Karl Marx believed that nearly all known societies are characterized by some system of division by economic ______, which results in conflict, as classes compete for wealth, power, and resources.

A. conflict
B. class
C. distribution
D. production


Answer: B

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a) marginal. b) lateral. c) peripheral. d) spherical.

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According to value-conflict theory, a common approach to solving social problems involves __________

a. strengthening the police so that they may detect more crime and punish wrongdoers b. finding ways to facilitate negotiation and compromise between and among groups c. altering the ways that prisons rehabilitate prisoners d. finding ways to radically restructure social institutions e. altering the basic values of society

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Which of these theories suggests that racial categories are the product of social, economic, and historical circumstances?

A. White racial framing theory B. systemic racism theory C. racial formation theory D. color blindness theory

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Which of the following is NOT a reason that young people are less likely to vote?

a. They are less likely to own property. b. They have more demands on their time. c. They feel less connection to local and national politics. d. They can’t afford the poll tax.

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