The term race refers to a category of people who are defined as similar because they:
a. have a unique and distinctive genetic makeup.
b. share a number of physical characteristics.
c. exhibit similar behaviors.
d. express comparable attitudes.
e. were born in a particular geographical location.
B
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A social institution is defined as a(n):
a. large public building b. organization that provides a framework for individuals to communicate c. large prison housing felons d. mental hospital that takes in all social classes
According to __________ perspectives, existing theories have been unsuccessful in explaining social life in contemporary societies that are characterized by postindustrialization, consumerism, and global communications
a. functionalist b. conflict c. symbolic interactionist d. postmodern
The 2000 U.S. Census was the first that allowed people to check more than one category under race
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
______ is concerned with the relationship between perceptions of inequality and principles of fairness.
A. Social empathy B. Distributive justice C. Social inclusion D. Social solidarity