According to the functionalist approach, if society is to function as a stable system, it is important for people to be healthy and to contribute to their society. Consequently, sickness is viewed as a form of deviant behavior that must be controlled by society
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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a. stimulants b. narcotics c. depressants d. hallucinogens
Which of the following is a reason for members of a subordinate group generally marrying within their group?
a. Members of a subordinate group stand to gain economically by marrying within their own group. b. Members of a subordinate group have a strong sense of group solidarity that discourages marriage to outsiders. c. It is considered illegal for subordinate group members and dominant group members to marry. d. The voting rights of members of a subordinate group will be revoked if they marry outside their group.
International trade can be seen as an important way to __________
a. promote peace b. end poverty c. equalize resources d. end war e. win war
Roughly what percentage of citizens in the U.S. voted in the 2012 general election?
A. 84.3 percent B. 75.5 percent C. 61.8 percent D. 51.8 percent