According to Simon's critique of "doom and gloom" outlooks on the future

a. technological breakthroughs will probably head off any serious problem
generated by resource depletion
b. population growth is in many instances beneficial rather than harmful
c. negativists like Heilbroner, although probably correct, do society damage
because they encourage fatalism
d. two of the above


d

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a. cooperative b. laissez-faire c. authoritarian d. democratic

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College graduates are more likely than those with high school diplomas to say that spanking is unnecessary

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Research indicates that a young adult in the home contributes to a high level of:

a. financial stability. b. parental dissatisfaction. c. family solidarity. d. domestic violence.

Sociology

Kalani has busy summers planned for her daughters. They take music lessons, play on soccer and basketball teams, and attend summer school classes. This summer schedule is an example of

a.) natural growth. b.) resocialization. c.) role strain. d.) concerted cultivation.

Sociology