The process of developing a variable that measures a concept is called __________
a. conceptualization
b. operationalization
c. alienation
d. variability
B
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What will be an ideal response?
Medicare is a health insurance program for virtually all elderly persons. Even in tight economic times, it is difficult to make changes to such a program. This situation illustrates __________
a. ageism b. the functionalist perspective c. changing cultural attitudes toward youth and old age d. the political clout of the elderly
A child struggles to learn how to read and is frequently teased about it by his siblings and referred to as "slow" by his parents and teachers. He underperforms in school and never thinks about going to college. Ultimately, he drops out before graduating from high school, telling the school counselor that he's just not "book smart." This is an example of which theory of deviance?
a.) labeling theory b.) strain theory c.) reflection theory d.) role theory
A study wants to test for intelligence and asks questions about hobbies and athleticism. What is the concern with this study?
A. a lack of reliability B. a lack of validity C. a lack of correlation D. a lack of ethics