Question

Select all the choices that accurately describe social constructs. (Choose every correct answer.)
They are sometimes not based on objective reality.
1. Dysfunctional social constructs can be deconstructed.
2. They are based on objective physical evidence.
3. They cannot be changed.
4. Race is an example of a social construct.

Answer 1

Correct choices: 1 and 4.

- 1 (Dysfunctional social constructs can be deconstructed): True — social constructs are products of social agreement and institutions, so they can be challenged and changed.
- 4 (Race is an example of a social construct): True — race is socially defined and categorized, even though it can have real social and material effects.

Why the others are wrong:
- 2 (They are based on objective physical evidence): False — social constructs are socially created categories, not necessarily grounded in objective physical facts.
- 3 (They cannot be changed): False — because they arise from social practices and beliefs, they can and do change over time.