The diffusion of the idea of the hamburger to India but with a vegetable patty instead of the religiously prohibited beef is an example of:
A)cultural mimicry.
B)cultural barrier.
C)stimulus diffusion.
D)independent invention.

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Stimulus diffusion involves the adoption of an underlying idea or concept from one culture to another, but with modifications made to fit local cultural norms or values. In this case, the idea of the hamburger is diffused to India but with a vegetable patty instead of beef to respect the cultural and religious beliefs of the population.

The Diffusion of the Idea of the Hamburger to India