A theory based on the idea that new norms are created because of some precipitating event is called ______.
A. contagion theory
B. convergence theory
C. mass-society theory
D. emergent norm theory
Answer: D
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a. stability b. order c. function d. disequilibrium e. requirement
A city is a relatively large, dense, and ______ populated place or settlement.
A. homogeneously B. heterogeneously C. dynamically D. industrially
An example of ______ is when African Americans are incorporated into a society and have equal access to institutions such as government and schools.
A. secondary structural assimilation B. pluralism C. cultural relativism D. structural assimilation E. assimilation
Contributors of large sums of money to political campaigns receive which of the following benefits?
A) Free publicity for their companies B) Full tax exemptions C) Influence over the positions of politicians on public issues D) Free trips with the candidate to national events