The statement, "Lightning strikes each time a person is born," is an example of a(n) ______.

A. myth
B. ritual
C. symbol
D. orthodoxy


Answer: A

Sociology

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a. cultural lag b. the digital divide c. McDonaldization d. anticipatory technology

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Which of the following is not experienced by LGBTQ students?

A. higher levels of educational aspirations B. high absenteeism C. hostile school climates D. poor psychological well-being

Sociology

According to Durkheim, the key finding of his study on suicide is that suicide can be predicted by the ______.

A. level of cohesion in the individual's social network B. degree to which an individual was integrated into the group C. number of social groups the individual belonged to D. individual's religious affiliation

Sociology

In the context of the social exchange theory of relationship communication, when costs are high and rewards low, the outcome is likely to be positive for both partners

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology