It would be correct to say that Durkheim thought of society as

a. existing only in the human mind.
b. an objective reality.
c. changing dramatically from moment to moment.
d. having no clear existence at all.


b

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Several options have been proposed to keep the Social Security program strong and solvent. Which of the following is one of these options?

A. Decrease the retirement age at which benefits could be received. B. Increase the tax rate above the current percentage. C. Change Social Security to serve only those who are also employed. D. Reduce the progressive cap.

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Under the Indian caste system, the Dalits are a social group

A. that occupies the highest rank. B. that exists outside of the varna system. C. who can only worship with other castes, but cannot work with them. D. of priests and clergy.

Sociology

Which of the following is true of fads and fashions?

A. must be adopted by the masses to be considered fashionable B. only includes clothing and hairstyles C. reflect a tension between people's desire to be different and their desire to conform D. are entirely at the whim of people's tastes and not influenced by marketers

Sociology

The U.S. is considered a capitalist system.

a. true b. false

Sociology