A society that attempts to provide each of its members with an equal chance to achieve material well-being is promoting:
a. equality of birth
b. equality of opportunity
c. equality of result
d. pluralism
C
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A. majority group B. minority group C. racial group D. ethnic group
In school, students often receive subtle messages that reinforce gender, class, and racial hierarchies. These "lessons" are known as ______.
A. cultural capital B. the elite agenda C. the subversion of learning D. the hidden curriculum
The medicalization of deviance involves a redefinition of the character of the deviant from "evil" to "sick."
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Define and discuss the causes of ISD. What suggestions are given in the text to improve ISD problems?
What will be an ideal response?