The persons, groups, or institutions that teach us what we need to know in order to participate in society are known as
A. social influences.
B. a generalized other.
C. agents of socialization.
D. the content of socialization.
Answer: C. agents of socialization.
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a. by increasing automation b. by holding out the possibility of advancement for obedient rule followers c. by using lie detectors and psychological testing d. by increasing worker autonomy
Most senior centers operate under
a. the local government. b. churches and unions. c. private owners. d. upper-class patrons.
John is interested in studying the changing values and norms around fertility and resulting fertility decline. Which of the following countries most likely is the best location for John to focus his research?
a. the United States b. Sudan c. Mexico d. Saudi Arabia
Ethan is a white man who has Scottish ancestry and wore a kilt to his wedding. In most aspects of his life, however, being Scottish American has no meaningful impact on his day-to-day life. This example illustrates that
a. ethnicity has become less important in the United States. b. tension between racial and ethnic groups has declined over time. c. ethnicity is a choice for whites in the United States. d. pluralism is growing in the United States