Differentiate between "equality of opportunity" and "equality of result."

What will be an ideal response?


The term "equality of opportunity" refers to equality of access or opportunity to achieve desired levels of material well-being and prestige. "Equality of result" refers to equality in the actual outcomes of people's attempts to improve their material well-being and prestige, without regard to social class, gender, race, etc.

Sociology

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A. macro level B. meso level C. micro level D. The impact takes place on all levels.

Sociology

The earliest gerontological theory suggests that withdrawing from society and social relationships is a natural part of growing old which describes what theoretical perspective on aging?

a. Disengagement theory b. Activity theory c. Age stratification theory d. Subculture of aging theory

Sociology

Which of the following categories in Powell’s (2010) research rose from 25% to 33% over the duration of the study?

a. Exclusionists b. Moderates c. Inclusionists d. None of the above

Sociology

A system of common beliefs and rituals centered on “sacred things” that unites believers and provides a sense of meaning and purpose is referred to as ______.

A. culture B. society C. education D. religion

Sociology