A situation in which people disengage from social roles that have been central to their self-identity is known as

A. Role distancing
B. Role conflict
C. Role exit
D. Role strain


Answer: C. Role exit

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When two or more social groups come to share one common social structure it is called

a. Structural assimilation b. Cultural assimilation c. Separatism d. Pluralism

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Conflict theorists maintain that education promotes upward mobility because of a hidden curriculum, credentialism, and privilege.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Compared to 30 years ago, the proportion of married couples has declined as a proportion of all households

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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How is sociological perspective related to perception?

a. All theoretical perspectives shape perception in the same way. b. There is no relationship between perspective and perception. c. Each different perspective draws attention to some things and diminishes perception of others. d. Any of the perspectives can help one understand all aspects of society. e. Perspective is more important than perception.

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