This concept describes a change in marriage patterns leading to fewer marriages and few suitable partners for black women.

A. marriage squeeze
B. welfare
C. white flight
D. miscegenation


Answer: A

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Professor Lubinski has been studying criminal behavior for many years. She believes that criminal behavior is a result of a learning process that occurs chiefly within small, intimate groups—family, friends, neighborhood peer groups, and the like

The lessons learned include both the techniques for committing crimes and, more important, the motives for criminal behavior. What explanation is Professor Lubinski referring to? a. anomie b. conflict theory c. differential association d. structural functionalism

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Many women, especially in developing economies, are working in low-paying jobs that provide no benefits and have substandard working conditions. This is referred to as marginalized feminization.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Tom drifts in and out of jobs. Owing to his lack of education and skills, it is very difficult for him to find a stable job with a steady income. Despite having some earnings, he depends on government programs to make ends meet. Which of the following terms can be used to describe Tom's social status?

A) ?Bourgeoisie B) ?Lower-middle class C) Working poor? D) ?Underclass E) ?Working class

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