A(n) __________ is a group that strongly influences a person's behavior and social attitudes, regardless of whether that individual is an actual member
a. social group
b. operational group
c. reference group
d. instrumental group
Answer: c. reference group
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Most riots have been shown to have long lasting positive effects that outweigh the damage they have done in the short run.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Kinship ties that were established during marriage but still continue after divorce are called
A) community divorce ties. B) relatives of divorce. C) postdivorce in-laws. D) outlaw kin.
__________, along with __________, exacerbated the loss of manufacturing jobs in the U.S.
A) Automation; globalization B) Tariffs; capital controls C) Immigration; anti-globalization policies D) Inflation; more employee pension programs
Jacob is single, 40 years old and living in government-subsidized housing. He does not want to pursue regular employment because he feels there are other members of society who need the work more than he does
Jacob's situation is an example of which of the following explanations of why people are poor? A) the altruistic provision B) the characteristics of individuals C) the structure of society D) a shortage of high paying jobs