The system of checks and balances is an example of functionalism
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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In the United States, legal access to birth control
A. has always been extended to married and unmarried people equally. B. is a relatively recently acquired right. C. has generally been controlled by the women who are most likely to use it. D. is widespread for all forms, without the need for a prescription.
Studies of convoys found
a. those of the elderly average about five members. b. men usually dominate. c. some people drop out and others join the convoy after it has begun. d. members of convoys stay virtually the same throughout life.
It is often the case that those who occupy offices lower in the bureaucratic hierarchy have greater knowledge and competence than those who rank above them. What does this suggest about the ideal-typical bureaucracy? Can you think of examples from your own experiences where this has been the case?
What will be an ideal response?
As discussed in the chapter, evidence currently supports both the segmented and traditional theories of assimilation for new immigrant groups. How might the Noel and Blauner hypotheses contribute to our understanding of which groups will follow which pathway? How do new immigrants differ from European immigrants and other groups discussed in the text?
What will be an ideal response?