Sixty-five became the age for retirement when
a. civil service pensions for government workers were introduced in 1921.
b. most farmers realized they were no longer physically capable of farming at that age.
c. the American Medical Association proclaimed that work was dangerous for those over 65.
d. the Social Security Act was passed in 1935.
ANSWER: d
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A) they receive more government resources because their population is inflated B) violent crime rates in the community typically increase C) unemployment rates are typically high D) they are strapped for economic resources because they spend most of their local budget maintaining the prison
When comparing victimization rates and annual household income, we find that: a. higher incomes are associated with higher rates of victimization
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a. Religion may be oppressive, but not liberating. b. Religion may be liberating, but not oppressive. c. Religion may have a conservative influence, but may also be liberating. d. There is no connection between religion and social change.
Which sociological perspective would suggest that if an aspect of social life does not contribute to a society's stability, then it does not serve a useful function?
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