What is the “graying” of America? Describe how this may affect at least two major social institutions.

What will be an ideal response?


The “graying” of America is tied to the aging Baby Boomer population. As this large segment of society turns into senior citizens, they will have a big impact on both the political institution as well as the institution of health care.

Sociology

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The United States is the only modern industrialized democracy that makes use of capital punishment

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

Identify a general characteristic of norms.

A. They are instrumental. B. They are always written down. C. They are constant across cultures. D. They are always flexible. E. They are unconditional.

Sociology

What term describes clusters of buildings and services near the intersection of major highways where shopping malls, hotels, office parks, and apartment complexes are found?

A) vector communities B) micropolises C) sector villages D) edge cities

Sociology

All of the following are signs that the family is healthy EXCEPT the:

a. durability of the mother-child bond. b. frequency of remarriage. c. age at first marriage. d. willingness of stepfathers to support their stepchildren.

Sociology