What sociologist sought to explain why some societies have more crime than others?

a. Émile Durkheim
b. Max Weber
c. Erving Goffman
d. Robert Merton


Answer: D

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Confucius established the foundation for __________ and potential conflict when he set forth his Five Constant Relationships

a. social hierarchy b. division of labor c. means of production d. symbolic interactionism

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What has been the trend for divorce in the U.S.?

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_____________ is known for hi Bo-bo doll study.

a. Freud b. Pavlov c. Skinner d. Bandura

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