In the results of their experiment, researchers found that the majority of respondents selected “Greater than $10,000” on a question about household income. This is most likely caused by which of the following measurement issues?

a. Likert Effectseffects
b. floor effects
c. ceiling effects
d. subjects not understanding the question


c. ceiling effects

Sociology

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When sociologists study how race and ethnicity affect income, they are studying the topic of:

a.) stratification. b.) wealth and assets c.) racism. d.) the free rider problem.

Sociology

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

Sociology

The term social control refers to

A. techniques and strategies for preventing deviant human behavior in any society. B. behavior that violates the norms of a group. C. justifications for deviant behavior. D. penalties and rewards for conduct concerning a social norm.

Sociology