For sociologists, it is the group's response to a behavior or appearance that ultimately determines whether it is considered deviant

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Critics of Sahlins's original affluent society thesis generally focus on the

a. fact that some hunter-gatherers may work harder and longer than Sahlins thought b. logical flaws in Sahlins's argument c. fact that there is no evidence that could ever be used to evaluate his theory,thus making it unscientific d. all of these

Sociology

__________ are relationships by blood, marriage, or affection, in which members may cooperate economically, may care for any child, and may consider their identity to be intimately connected to the larger group

Fill in the blanks with correct word

Sociology

Which of the following behavioral characteristics would a rapist NOT consider a sign of vulnerability?

a) walking slowly and tentatively b) appearing passive or submissive c) moving arms and legs in short, jerky motions d) projecting confidence without appearing aggressive

Sociology

Politicians and media pundits that support military spending often use terrorism as a way to __________.

A) make people fearful and gain support for increased spending for counterterrorism B) show that the army is a very effective tool for controlling people C) pit people against each other, sometimes stoking the fires of terrorism D) gain approval then funnel the money into domestic social programs such as welfare

Sociology