In the middle of the 20th century, the focus of sociology shifted from theorizing and information gathering to a more active interest in transforming society.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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Compared to an industrial society, a postindustrial society is based on
a. an information-based economy. b. a factory-based economy. c. an immigrant labor force. d. a less productive economy.
The comparative research of Yi Che, Akiko Hayashi, and Joseph Tobin who observed preschools in the United States and China found that compared with Chinese preschoolers, American preschoolers are taught to
a. give constructive critiques of each other's work b. learn from their peers' critiques of their work. c. downplay interpersonal conflicts and play cooperatively. d. expect praise for their work.
The two most important determinants of a successful retirement are:
a. adequate finances and good health. b. lack of recreation and lack of mobility. c. sexual functioning and poor spousal relationships. d. social isolation and hostile relatives.
Which of the following is characteristic of discrimination?
A. It is unintentional. B. It does not benefit any group. C. It allows all groups access to valued resources. D. It can be individual or institutionalized.