Which of the following involves studying behaviors of multiple cultures from outside the system, and compares/contrasts features using criteria thought to be absolute or universal?
A) emic approach
B) etic approach
C) homogeneous approach
D) none of the above

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The etic approach involves studying behaviors from outside of a particular culture and comparing those behaviors across cultures using universal criteria. This approach is contrasted with the emic approach, which involves studying cultural phenomena from the perspective of the subject culture.

Which of the Following Involves Studying Behaviors of Multiple Cultures