Which position sometimes attributes the social class differences that can be found in society to innate, biological differences?

A. social determinism
B. biological determinism
C. social Darwinism
D. environmental determinism


Answer: B

Sociology

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a. the effects of substitute child care are easy to uncover. b. young children belong with their biological parents. c. orphanages and nursing homes should be closed. d. substitute child care can't be wholly praised or condemned.

Sociology

Distinguish the term social status from the term prestige

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology

The growing tendency for Americans to claim no religious affiliation suggests a trend towards:

a. integration. b. secularism. c. socialism. d. assimilation.

Sociology

Discuss the theory of the first demographic transitions.

What will be an ideal response?

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