A model of economic and social development that explains global inequality in terms of the historical exploitation of poor nations by rich ones is:

a. modernization theory.
b. development theory.
c. semi-peripheral theory.
d. dependency theory.


d. dependency theory.

Sociology

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A. examines groups that are novel B. helps people understand collective behavior that crosses international boundaries C. ignores people's altruistic motivations D. overemphasizes ecological threats to people all over the world E. shows little interest about its own community's environment

Sociology

According to Derby et al. (2012 ), _____ was associated with high frequencies of snooping behavior

A) having an indifferent attitude B) not having cheated before C) being jealous D) being male

Sociology

Based on current trends, what can be predicted about the future of multiracial families?

A. The number of multiracial children will increase but multiracial marriage will decrease. B. Asians will continue to avoid interracial marriage. C. The number of multiracial families will increase. D. The percentage of intermarriage will be half what it is now by 2050.

Sociology