The public demonstration of wealth through consumption, according to Thorstein Veblen, is referred to as ______.

A. conspicuous consumption
B. suspicious consumption
C. suspicious spending
D. conspicuous capitalism


Answer: A

Sociology

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The poor pay __________ than the non-poor for many goods and services

Fill in the blank with correct word

Sociology

Women are more likely to be active in the church than men, yet do not attribute this to feminism. Sally Gallagher attributed this to __________________, which is based in social activism

a)  feminist fundamentalism b)  religious zealotry c)  hyper religiosity d)  gendered fanaticism

Sociology

Linear regression always provides more and better information than curvilinear regression

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

Affirmative action mandates that an employer who receives federal money must advertise a position through internal networks.

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

Sociology