Consider the following statements about Talcott Parsons' concept of Pattern Variables:

A. Pattern Variables are constructed to distinguish between types of social action based on the normative orientations that guide them.

B. The dichotomy between 'Affectivity' and 'Affective Neutrality' represents a choice between actions motivated by personal emotions and those motivated by impersonal obligations or goals, respectively.

C. In the dichotomy of 'Self-orientation versus Collectivism', self-orientation refers to actions performed for personal gain, whereas collectivism emphasizes actions taken for the benefit of the group or community.

D. The dichotomy of 'Universalism versus Particularism' implies a choice between criteria applicable to all cases (universalism) and criteria that give priority to the individual's relationship to the social actor (particularism).

E. 'Ascription versus Achievement' differentiates actions and expectations based on given qualities (ascription, e.g., age, gender, family background) from those based on acquired characteristics or accomplishments (achievement).

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