What differentiates caste systems from most modern forms of slavery?
a. Ascribed status plays an important role.
b. The status is lifelong.
c. There is the opportunity for social mobility.
d. Caste systems are closed systems of stratification.
Answer: B
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a. Asian Americans b. Native Americans c. African Americans d. Italian Americans
Which of the following statements is true regarding research risks?
a. No study is completely risk-free. b. Research can be conducted in such a way that all risk is removed. c. The amount of risk involved in a study depends on the research question. d. The IRB will remove any risk from a study. e. none of the above
Which of the following is NOT cited in the textbook as a source of research questions?
A) Personal experience B) Social problems C) Previous research D) Popular literature
When each parent has custody of one or more children, the arrangement is termed ________ custody.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).