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* The answer is a. * The answer is b. Multimedia Lecture Support Package to Accompany Basic Marketing Lecture Script 6-* Question 2: The extent to which an individual can move out of social strata into which they are born is called social stratification class mobility social mobility caste system If you picked C, you’re correct! * Country Focus Islamic Capitalism in Turkey Summary This feature examines the business environment in Turkey. Turkey, a Muslim state, wants to join the European Union, a move many critics believe would not work. Discussion of the feature can revolve around the following questions: 1. Why are critics concerned about the possible entry of Turkey to the European Un ion? Do you agree? Why or why not? Discussion Points: Critics worry that Western-style capitalism and Islam do not mix. Supporters however, claim that this notion may be incorrect. They point out that Kayseri, a city in Central Turkey, is often referred to as the “Anatolian Tiger” to recognize the number of thriving multinational enterprises it has produced. Local business leaders feel that the success of the region is due in part to the entrepreneurial spirit that has emerged. * At the turn of the century Weber suggested that it was the Protestant work ethic (focus on hard work, wealth creation, and frugality) that was the driving force of capitalism. This is the most widely practiced religion in the world, approximately 20% of the world’s people identify themselves as Christians. Christianity grew out of Judaism and has monotheistic beliefs. Christianity can be subdivided into three separate organizations: The Orthodox church The Roman Catholic church Protestants which is an umbrella for several denominations Several sociologists have argued that protestants have made a significant economic impact Max Weber commented That business leaders and owners of capital, as well as the higher grades of skilled labor, and even more the higher technically and commercially