The Myth of Numbers in Generation Z in the 4.0 Industry Era (Case Study Student of FKIP University Dr. Soetomo Surabaya)

Abstract

Generation Z is a generation surrounded by advances in digital development. Those who were born between 1995 - 2015 enter the category generation Z,
which in cultural development tends to think positively rather than believe in myths that prevail in society. One of the myths that prevail in society is the myth about numbers. In some societies, numbers are believed to bring good luck and some believe to bring bad luck. The purpose of this article is to describe
the view of the myth of numbers in generation Z in the industrial era 4.0. Using a questionnaire method and tabulation of descriptive statistical data, data about
Generation Z's perceptions of the myth of numbers will be presented. The results of this study can be used as a reference for generation Z's mindset towards the myths that prevail in society as one of the folklores and urban legends. More than 50% of FKIP students as generation Z stated that they knew but did not
believe in the predicate of unlucky and lucky numbers. Their knowledge is obtained from information spread on the internet, films, and television. Each individual has a favorite number spread between 1-10. The number 7 dominates as a number that many are chosen as the favorite number based on their beliefs which are associated with religious knowledge.