Question

Culture lag refers to a period of maladjustment as nonmaterial culture adapts to new material culture.

a. True
b. False

Answer 1

The statement that Culture lag refers to a period of maladjustment as nonmaterial culture adapts to new material culture is true.
One example of culture lag would be the fact that various religious groups and their followers are very upset about scientific advances in reproductive technology, such as birth control pills, abortion pills, in-vitro fertilization, and genetic engineering.

Answer 2

True

Culture lag refers to the phenomenon where a culture has not yet caught up to speed with technological advances and new material culture in society. Cultural lag occurs because advances in technology and new material changes in society take place faster than changes in practices, norms and beliefs required to adjust to these changes and developments. Due to cultural lags, individuals experience some level of conflict and discomfort. An example of a cultural lag is when "selfies" first became popular- many were against it and uncomfortable due to it.