__________ refers to the differential treatment of individuals considered to belong to a particular social group.

A. Prejudice
B. Stereotyping
C. Discrimination
D. Scapegoating


Answer: C

Sociology

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Examining women's experiences with religion is not only unnecessary but it is a weak form of scholarship. This is the ______________ perspective on religious study

a) patriarchal b) paternal c) feminist d) maternal

Sociology

Let's say that there is a well­known theory that we can call "The General Attraction Theory" and that it suggests that people who are physically attractive get more of society's rewards than less attractive people. If we have a hypothesis that people who are physically attractive are more likely to be hired for certain jobs than their less attractive peers and wanted to test this theory in a

specific industry, we would be conducting a. descriptive research. b. applied research. c. explanatory research. d. critical research. e. evaluation research.

Sociology

Reference groups are reserved for members of professional networks and are utilized almost exclusively by people with career aspirations

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

Of those living below the poverty line, __________ comprise the largest percentage.

A. the elderly who are 65 and over B. adults age 18-29 C. children under 18 years of age D. adults age 30-64

Sociology