In order to test a hypothesis on the relationship between educational level and income in Chicago, John uses _______________________ statistics.

a. descriptive
b. prescriptive
c. inferential
d. predictable


c. inferential

Sociology

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William Ogburn would likely recognize their focus as being on which of his seven functions that families fulfill? A. economic security B. social prestige and status C. recreation D. religious tradition

Sociology

With regard to the attributions that accompany conflict, which of the following statements is NOT true?

a. It is only natural for people to search for causes when conflicts erupt. b. As a general rule each of us tends to believe that we have justifiable reasons for our own behavior. c. As a general rule we tend to hold our partners responsible for whatever goes wrong in the relationship. d. As a general rule the attributions we make are not related to our feelings about the relationship.

Sociology

Which of the following military topics are studied by symbolic interactionists?

A. military life histories B. the process of recruitment C. how civilians are transformed into soldiers D. all of these

Sociology

Which of the following values did Robert Dreeben believe schools should teach students for them to become successful?

A. independence B. achievement C. specific skill competence D. care for other children

Sociology