Megan thought it strange that although her bathing suit covered much less skin than did her underwear,she felt comfortable wearing her bathing suit in public at the beach,but she would never think of walking around the beach in her underwear.This is an example of the power of how ________ modify(s)expectations and behaviour.
A) the complexity paradox of fashion
B) trickle-up effects
C) cultural categories
D) generational fads

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Cultural categories shape our understanding of what is socially acceptable and appropriate in different contexts. In this case, Megan has learned from her culture that it is acceptable to wear a bathing suit in public at the beach, but not underwear. This shows how cultural categories can influence our behavior and expectations.

Megan Thought It Strange That Although Her Bathing Suit Covered