Which term refers to the original federal poverty measures that constituted eligibility criteria for federal programs?

A. relative poverty
B. absolute poverty
C. poverty threshold
D. poverty rate


Answer: C

Sociology

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Rational authority derives its legitimacy from the rules and laws that define the rights, duties, and obligations of rulers and followers

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Sociology

According to Weber,

a. early Protestantism provided a social environment conducive to capitalism. b. religion will always be linked with the economy. c. capitalism developed as a direct result of Protestantism. d. religion serves as an opiate for the masses. e. Protestantism developed as a direct result of capitalism.

Sociology

Which social institution do most sociologists claim has the greatest effect on society as a whole?

a. the family b. the economy c. the political system d. religion

Sociology

Jose and Rosa have their young children go get water and tend the garden and farm animals every day instead of going to school. Jessica and Travis send their children to school and give them a weekly allowance

These parents are primarily demonstrating the universal parenting goal of a) developing behavioral capacities for economic maintenance. b) teaching respect and obedience to elders. c) developing behavioral capacities for prestige and morality. d) teaching independence and responsibility.

Sociology