Which theory emphasizes the psychological costs to individuals for deviance that comes from having internalized basic values and beliefs in a society?

a. strain theory
b. control theory
c. labeling theory
d. differential association theory
e. conflict theory


b. control theory

Sociology

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Polish peasants viewed education as a waste of time. After the second generation, though, Poles __________

A) trailed behind other groups in terms of upward mobility B) had an increase in upward mobility C) experienced stability, pride, and status competition D) began experimenting with homeschooling

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Describe the decline in the U.S. divorce rate since the mid-1980s in the U.S. How would a feminist theorist explain this decline?

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology

Creating an operational definition of a concept is an important part of the research process because it allows for the concept to be observed and measured.

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

Sociology

What theory of social movements requires a precipitating event or factor for a social movement to occur?

a. Relative deprivation theory b. The value-added approach c. Resource mobilization theory d. Framing theory

Sociology