Asked by Sara-Beth Wichman on May 07, 2024

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Ethnomethodology is based on the premise that

A) most people do not act according to social norms.
B) we are not wholly aware of the norms that we use even though they are shared.
C) we never know what to expect from other people.
D) conflict over the norms for a situation is part of what holds society together.

Ethnomethodology

A sociological approach that examines how people use everyday conversations and interactions to construct a shared social order.

Social Norms

Shared, unwritten rules that dictate the behavior of individuals within a society or group, guiding what is considered appropriate or acceptable.

  • Understand the role of ethnomethodology in uncovering the implicit norms of social interactions.
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Hamdah RaheemMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Ethnomethodology emphasizes that social norms are often taken for granted and operate on an unconscious level, meaning we may not be fully aware of how they influence our behavior. However, these norms are still shared among members of a society.