A totem is any object defined by members of a society as profane

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


F

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5. Compare and contrast the functionalist solutions for reducing or eliminating family problems with the conflict and feminist solutions. Do you agree more with the functionalist solutions or the conflict and feminist solutions? Explain why

What will be an ideal response?

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SAGE Core Concepts in Sociology: Social StratificationClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 39, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:What is social stratification?

A. the systematic ranking of different groups of people by social class B. the systematic ranking of different groups of people by social mobility C. the systematic ranking of different groups of people in a hierarchy of inequality D. the systematic ranking of individuals by ability

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What is the most common cause of premature death in the United States?

A. illegal drugs B. diet / activity patterns C. AIDS D. tobacco E. microbial agents

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During Auguste Comte's metaphysical stage, people described patterns of human behavior in terms of __________.

a. the result of "laws of society" b. supernatural forces c. a reflection of selfish human nature d. the perfection of God

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