Which of the following statements most clearly represents an effort at a nomothetic
explanation?
a. a study attempting to show whether all juveniles who shoplift have a weak
attachment to their parents.
b. a case study of the life of one juvenile who shoplifts.
c. a study attempting to identify all of the factors that influenced one individual to
shoplift.
d. a study that seeks a complete description of the social circumstances of a single
shoplifter.
A
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a. Discrimination b. Oppression c. Prejudice d. Stereotype
What unique knowledge is required by a social worker seeking to establish an effective military social work practice?
A. an understanding of the military's power and authority structure and its culture B. medical information regarding the most effective treatments for war wounds C. insight into the unique personalities of high achievers D. experience working with military weapons and military gear
Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. The average condition of older Americans has improved markedly in recent decades when measured according to income, health status, and educational level. 2. High poverty rate among younger generations is caused mainly by family structure, unemployment, and declining wages. 3. Thurow argues that means-tested benefits for older adults would be opposed by young and old alike. 4. Thurow argues that the group in greatest need of government support is unemployed persons between ages 18 and 64.
The idea that inequities exist due to innate biological characteristics:
a. Is no longer accepted as a theory b. Refers to a belief in biological determinism c. Suggests there are no inherent differences between groups d. Is a good justification for oppression