Culture Lag Practice Test

Rapid advancement in material culture contradicts the inherent resistance to change in non-material culture

The development of items in material culture frequently lags behind the needs demonstrated by the norms of non-material culture

As culture changes from one generation to the next, the cultural relevance of older individuals begins to lag behind modern cultural norms

Different cultures develop at different paces, with faster development resulting in greater prestige

All of these are examples of culture lag that readily result in social conflict