Which of the following terms is used by sociologists for a structured ranking of groups of people that perpetuates unequal economic rewards and power in society?

A. social mobility
B. stratification
C. hypergamy
D. status


B. stratification

Sociology

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________ refers to the use of machines, such as computers, to control other machines, to make decisions, and to monitor the production process

a. Gentrification b. Cybernation c. Modernization d. Alienation

Sociology

According to the __________ model, power in political systems is widely dispersed throughout many competing interest groups

a. pluralist b. elite c. distributive d. ruling class

Sociology

According to your text, Native Americans are __________ other Americans to report abuse of alcohol or illicit drugs

a. half as likely as b. two times more likely than c. four times more likely than d. ten times more likely than

Sociology

From the perspective of the taxi driver or waitperson, correctly playing the role of the customer requires

a. being rude and impatient. b. taking suggestions about where to go and what to eat. c. waiting one's turn. d. leaving a tip. e. being decisive.

Sociology