It is common in sociology to separate the social structure into primary and secondary sectors. Which of the following categories is considered part of the primary sector?

A. businesses
B. schools
C. families
D. bureaucracies


Answer: C

Sociology

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__________ suggest that the poor are oppressed by leaders who pursue their own political and economic interests

A) Conflict theorists B) Symbolic interactionists C) Functionalists D) Feminist theorists

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. manifest b. mechanical c. latent d. organic

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