Despite being warned of danger, NASA scientists proceeded with the launch of the space shuttle Challenger that exploded during launch. Sociological analysis of this situation finds it was caused by
a. a lack of communication
b. a combination of risky shift and organizational ritualism.
c. organizational alienation.
d. groupthink.
b
Sociology
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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Homosexuals being denied employment opportunities on the basis of their sexual orientation is an example of
A) gay bashing. B) prejudice. C) discrimination. D) violence.
Sociology
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Sociology
Which of the following is NOT essential to a market?
a. a medium of exchange b. a place to hold exchanges c. government support d. use of contracts
Sociology