_____ is very rare and when it does occur, it is typically found in societies where men greatly outnumber women because of female infanticide
a. Polyandry
b. Homogamy
c. Polygyny
d. Endogamy
a
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What does the author mean by the "cultural supports" that keep male dominance in place?
a. Nature b. Women's crafts c. Society's social institutions d. Bridges men have built
Which of the following is TRUE about pay in the United States?
A. Women make less than men but the difference goes away if we consider the type of work done (e.g., men are more likely to be surgeons and women to be maids, etc.). B. Women and men make approximately the same amount since 1985. C. Women make approximately 80 cents to a man's dollar, which is true even when we compare men and women with the same job. D. None of these.
Which of the following statements is true with respect to the relationship between parents and adolescent children?
a. These relationships are dominated by conflict and tension b. Most adolescents report little respect for their parents. c. Family problems are worse during adolescent than during any other stage in the family life cycle. d. There is no evidence suggesting that family problems are worse during adolescence than at any other stage of development.
If success in the workplace typically requires learning on the job, why do Americans place so much emphasis on formal schooling?
a.) The skills needed for particular jobs have increased, so people must study more in order to obtain them. b.) Economic prosperity has allowed people to study more and delay entrance into the labor market. c.) Employers want well-rounded employees who are versatile and can adapt to changing market conditions quickly. d.) The expansion of the education system attracts people who want to remain or become members of the elite.