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The Thomas theorem states that________________?

Correct answer: D. if situations are defined as real they are real in their consequences

  • A. nonverbal communication constitutes the majority of a message in communication
  • B. verbal communication is more important than touch and touch is more important than artifacts in communicating a message
  • C. definitions of the situation differ, and common understanding is impossible
  • D. if situations are defined as real they are real in their consequences

Explanation

The Thomas theorem states that when people define situations as real, those situations become real in their consequences. It links subjective interpretation to actual social behaviour and outcomes.

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