The terms “majority” and “minority” refer to the actual numbers of people in certain groups

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: FALSE

Sociology

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When we retain the null hypothesis, we:

a. claim that a significant difference exists between groups. b. have obtained a t-value greater than our critical t-value. c. have committed a Type 1 error. d. conclude that sampling error is responsible for our obtained difference.

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Sociologists define a(n) __________ as a larger, more specialized group in which members engage in more impersonal, goal-oriented relationships for a limited period of time

a. informal group b. primary group c. secondary group d. institution

Sociology

A study by Lesieur (1977) found that gamblers may begin their gambling career by pursuing a reputation for _______________

a. Seeking thrills b. Seeking money c. Seeking actions d. Seeking power

Sociology

Approximately how many women, and how many men, have been raped during their lifetime?

A. almost 20 percent of women and 2 percent of men B. almost 10 percent of women and less than 1 percent of men C. almost 30 percent of women and 6 percent of men D. over 40 percent of women and 10 percent of men

Sociology