Compare and contrast stereotypes and generalizations.
What will be an ideal response?
Varies. Stereotypes are predetermined ideas about particular groups of people. They are passed on regardless of evidence and are often used as an excuse for discrimination. They are not based on solid evidence, and as such are bad generalizations.
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A. 2 percent B. 17 percent C. 37 percent D. 67 percent
Functionalists argue that social stratification is necessary for attracting the best qualified to the most important positions
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Negative effects of divorce in black families can be ameliorated by:
A maintaining frequent contact with children. B making special efforts for the nonresidential spouse to spend quality time with the children. C the extent of caregiving of a parent. D all of the above.
Devon supports women’s equality in all areas of social life including politics, religion, work, and home. Devon could be labeled as a __________
A) functionalist B) feminist C) interactionist D) conflict theorist