According to ________, stratification is universal and that social inequality is necessary so that people will be motivated to fill functionally important positions.

A. Ralf Dahrendorf
B. Pitirim Sorokin and William Ryan
C. Karl Marx
D. Kingsley Davis and Wilbert Moore


Answer: D

Sociology

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The criminalization of many drugs, including alcohol, opium, and marijuana, includes a history of __________.

A) violence against members of non-profit interest groups B) profit making by pharmaceutical companies C) associating drug use with socially stigmatized groups D) the deregulation of inpatient and treatment facilities

Sociology

According to Gregory Mantsios in "Media Magic: Making Class Invisible," the poor are portrayed in the media as:

a. responsible for their economic state. b. invisible. c. undeserving of assistance. d. all of these answers are correct

Sociology

Karen Rayne (2013) emphasized that parents should have ONE question about sex for their teen

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

Sociology

Why does it matter if being gay or lesbian is innate or a matter of choice? What are the social implications of its being innate? Of its being a matter of choice?

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology