Several researchers have studied concepts considered unique to specific cultures (e.g. amae in Japan). Upon further examination, research suggests that similar behavior has been observed, or may have its equivalent, throughout other countries as well. These findings would provide an example of an________ or culture-specific concept that, with further research, may be shown to be an ___________or universal/culture-general concept.
A) ecocultural; exosystemic
B) assimilation; accommodation
C) emic; etic
D) etic; emic

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Emic approaches study behaviors from within the culture, exploring concepts unique to that culture, while etic approaches study behaviors from outside, identifying universal aspects across cultures. The transition from viewing a concept as unique to a culture (emic) to recognizing its universal presence (etic) aligns with the scenario described.

Several Researchers Have Studied Concepts Considered Unique to Specific Cultures