Which sociologist defined sociology as the scientific study of institutions?

a. Karl Marx
b. Max Weber
c. Emile Durkheim
d. Jane Adams


c. Emile Durkheim

Sociology

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According to functionalists, prostitution

a. will always exist because it serves important functions in society. b. is perpetuated by labels ascribing deviance. c. does not benefit the economy. d. seeks to destroy the institution of the family.

Sociology

NSFH data show:

A stepchildren usually appear as well adjusted as biological children. B stepparents are reluctant to formulate rules for stepchildren. C stepparents and biological parents put in similar number of hours a week on parental tasks. D all of the above.

Sociology

__________ refers to the capacity of the environment to support the population at some acceptable level without destroying the ability of future generations to do the same

a. Sustainability b. Jevons paradox c. Tragedy of the commons d. Demographic transition

Sociology

Even for people who are not actually fighting a war, it tends to have what effect?

a. war can induce post-traumatic stress disorder in everyone b. it increases a sense of in-group solidarity and hostility to out-groups identified with the adversary c. people focus on the task at hand and try not to be distracted by bad and unsettling news d. fear of the unknown and a sense of being under threat

Sociology