Which sociological perspective would likely view affirmative action as a legislative attempt to reduce inequality embedded in the social structure by increasing the opportunities of groups that have been deprived in the past?
A. functionalist perspective
B. interactionist perspective
C. global perspective
D. conflict perspective
Answer: D
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A) Functionalism B) Internal colonialism C) Marginality D) Split labor market
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. The Nigerian woman who won the 2001 Miss World title was not perceived as particularly beautiful by many local Nigerians. 2. Applying excessive amounts of makeup is an indication of body dysmorphic disorder. 3. The most common form of cosmetic surgery is breast augmentation. 4. Blepharoplasty is plastic surgery performed on the nose.
Which of the following statements is true of psychological dependence as a characteristic of substance use?
A. It is indicated by the frequency of using a drug or by the amount of time or effort an individual spends in drug-seeking behavior. B. It is the toxicity resulting from the behavioral effects of a drug. C. It is indicated by the presence of a withdrawal syndrome, implying that the body has become adapted to the drug's presence. D. It is the reduced effect of a drug after repeated use.
The chapter notes that at the __________ level, the most important struggles involve overturning existing structures of exploitation and domination.
A. spiritual B. personal C. macro political D. micro political