As Mary has gotten older, she has begun to redefine how she thinks of concepts like "old age" and "frailty" because she does not want to think of herself as incapable of doing things or taking care of herself. She is actively engaging in ___________
a. a conflict approach to aging b. a social constructionist approach to aging
c. a feminist understanding of aging d. a functionalist approach to understanding aging
b
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According to James Short, which of the following is not a characteristic of a gang?
a. recurrent congregation outside the house b. continuity of affiliation c. a versatile activity repertoire d. none of the above
In a bureaucracy, people are hired because they:
a. have collective conscience. b. belong to the right associations. c. have personal contacts within the company. d. have the ability and skills to do the job. e. are used to working in corporations.
The statement, "Culture dictates the language we learn and how we interpret various situations," is a part of which of the following theories of the family?
A. rational choice B. symbolic interaction C. conflict D. structural-functional
Unemployment can lead to such problems as _____________
A. high levels of stress B. depression C. anger and resentment D. all the above