Bruce, aged15, is an orphan living with his guardian, Fred. He lost his parents in a tragic accident. His parents have ensured that he gets the best education by creating a large trust fund to cater to his educational expenses
On turning 18, Bruce will inherit total control of Diamond Constructions Inc., America's largest engineering and construction company, founded by his great grandfather. The passing of the control of Diamond Constructions Inc. to Bruce, and the access to quality education thus perpetuating the existing stratification system illustrates the concept of ________.
a. tracking
b. social reproduction
c. modernization
d. cultural lag
Answer: b
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a. conflict theorists b. structural functionalists c. symbolic interactionists d. sociobiologists
New forms of technology:
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which of the following is an example of a meso-level structure?
A. the American political system B. an organization such as a business C. two people talking to one another D. the economy of a given country