In preindustrial societies, which of the following marriage patterns was most common?
A. open marriages
B. polygyny
C. polyandry
D. monogamy
Ans: B
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(a) a modern phenomenon (b) began in the middle ages (c) thousands of years old (d) a Western creation
Which of the following is mentioned in the text as a major cause of increased demand for water?
a. Use of water filters on kitchen faucets and refrigerators b. Industrialization c. Increased use of solar power d. Increased production of sugary drinks and sodas
The family is the most important agent of socialization in the United States.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
What is the most effective inhibitor of smoking, i.e. what has the greatest effect on keeping people from starting to smoke or causing them to stop smoking
a. social disapproval and the stigma of being addicted to nicotine b. inconvenience, especially since smoking is not allowed in most workplaces and public buildings c. public interest campaigns that warn of the health consequences of smoking d. cost (including taxes); when cigarettes cost more, smoking dec