If the U.S. Congress passed strict anticigarette laws that banned their sale anywhere in the country, it would create serious problems for cigarette manufacturers, retailers, tobacco growers, tobacco farm workers, truckers, and many other employees in the cigarette industry. Each of these groups would probably oppose this legislation because they are examples of
A. culture lag.
B. nonmaterial culture.
C. luddite.
D. vested interests.
D. vested interests.
You might also like to view...
Which of the following statements is true, based on the text's discussion on heroin?
a. addiction to heroin is simply a result of physical dependence b. most people become addicted to heroin rapidly c. heroin users are unable to perform other social roles d. the expectations of others are important in both occupying and leaving deviant roles
In the study of or contact with other cultures, the preferred attitude is cultural:
a. absolutism b. imperialism c. relativity d. stereotyping
Describe the three dimensions of parenting.
What will be an ideal response?
When Martha was asked how she felt about her marriage, she replied that she was happy. She said that getting married helped her get past her depression and overcome financial problems as her husband is very supportive
Martha's marriage exemplified the ________. A) placebo effect B) ripple effect C) protection effect D) selection effect