Wilson maintains that denial of upward mobility to the black poor results from __________

A) social class barriers that limit life chances
B) racial discrimination
C) cutbacks in government support programs
D) job competition from Hispanic immigrants


Answer: A

Sociology

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A. Variety B. Race C. Religion D. Social norms

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Eating disorders have much to do with how our society defines femininity

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Sociology

Social status does not impact how children are treated in educational organizations or, consequently, their access to prestigious jobs.

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

Sociology

In Frank's math class, the students take proficiency tests every week in order to assess their progress in meeting "basic math milestones". Teachers adjust their plans to make sure that all students are able to pass these tests at a certain level by a certain date. This type of orientation is known as ________.

a. student passivity b. tracking c. zero-tolerance policy d. teaching to the test

Sociology