This term refers to the process of applying the scientific method to the social world
a. rapport
b. rapprochement
c. negativism
d. positivism
Answer: d. positivism
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Identify which of the following is not an example of the discrepancy between American values and behavior
a. Americans glorify individualism and self-reliance but in order to get along in bureaucracies you have to go along with others and be a "team player." b. Americans say they place a high value on equality but actively practice discrimination and prejudice. c. Americans value "law and order" and report to the IRS those who cheat on taxes. d. Americans display pride in solving difficult technical problems, yet avoid confronting chronic social problems.
What type of crime is larceny considered?
A. Violent B. Street C. Corporate D. Nonviolent
From the 1920s to the 1970s, about 1 out of 1,000 Americans was in prison at any point in time. By 2008, due largely to changes in drug laws and drug enforcement, that rate:
A. decreased to about 0.5 per 1,000. B. increased to about 5 per 1,000. C. increased to about 1.5 per 1,000. D. doubled to about 2 per 1,000.
According to Cohen, a good general rule for when it is worthwhile to conduct a study is when power is at least __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word