Descent and inheritance rights are intricately linked with patterns of power and authority in families. Across cultures, the most prevalent pattern of power and authority in families is:

a. homogamy. b. matriarchy

c. egalitarianism. d. patriarchy.


d

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One reason for the prevalence is the existence of _______________, defined as common attitudes, beliefs, and practices that ignore, excuse, encourage, or normalize sexual violence.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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In the United States in 2011, women in the labor force working full time earned _______ to every dollar men earned

a. 97 cents b. 87 cents c. 77 cents d. 57 cents

Sociology

Status and class are often linked in our society.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

Sociology

In the context of diversity and financial style, there are many differences between income level, ethnicity, and worldview. Specifically, low-income families tend to view things from a(n):

A. socialistic perspective. B. individualistic worldview. C. collective worldview. D. egalitarian perspective.

Sociology