(Originais Teachy 2023) - Question Medium of Sociology

Social inequality is a theme present in the study of various societies and analyzes the relationships between individuals, groups, social classes, and different cultures in the face of technical, technological, and informational transformations over time. Considering that social inequality has a significant impact on people's lives, especially in access to education, health, and job opportunities, it is important to understand its causes and mechanisms of perpetuation. In this context, which of the following alternatives presents a type of economic or social relationship that contributes to the aggravation and perpetuation of social inequality?

Analyzing the work 'Mass Culture in the 21st Century', the renowned sociologist J. B. Saldanha investigates the impact of contemporary communication technologies on the production and dissemination of cultural goods. According to Saldanha, 'mass culture not only replicates dominant cultural patterns, but also significantly influences the construction of identities and worldviews of a specific social group'. Considering this statement and integrating knowledge from sociology with the field of information technology, discuss how social networks and digital platforms can act as agents in shaping mass culture, exemplifying a scenario in which social networks play a key role in disseminating a new cultural trend and altering behavioral patterns of a specific group in contemporary society.

Currently, technologies play a significant role in people's lives and influence how individuals interact with each other, impacting human coexistence and social isolation. Considering this context, which alternative below best represents one of the consequences of communication technologies on social interaction, human coexistence, and isolation in contemporary society?