Mike recognizes that, as a result of having been born into a working-class family, he has less access to the sorts of educational and occupational opportunities that others, born into wealthier families, have. Mike is best described as pondering the _____ he has as a result of his class.

A. life chances
B. social setting
C. ascribed status
D. status symbols


Answer: A

Sociology

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reflects: a. cynicism. b. hedonism. c. social networking. d. marriage improvement.

Sociology

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A. drug addiction B. depression and loneliness C. alcoholism D. animal attacks

Sociology

What are some of the negative social consequences of capitalism?

Please provide the best answer for the statement

Sociology

The United States is a "consumer society." What does this mean? What ramifications does this have for the way Americans live?

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology