From a functionalist perspective, poverty may serve positive functions for society
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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When Mead describes a young child as self-conscious, he means that the child
a. is easily embarrassed. b. recognizes generalized others. c. reacts to himself as others react to the child. d. is lacking in self-esteem.
Major indicators of social class noted in the text are _______________
a. income b. wealth c. age d. gender e. both a & b
In 2012, more than 40 percent of African Americans earned $48,000 or more
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Mason just started work as a nurse in a large hospital. By watching more experienced nurses, he is learning how to interact with patients who are in pain, deal with anxious family members, and hide emotions that may be inappropriate for a medical professional to express. When senior staff members give him advice, he listens carefully and tries to put it into practice. His hope is that eventually, he will be accepted as a full member of the nursing team. Which concept best captures the processes Mason is experiencing?
A. primary socialization B. anticipatory socialization C. dramaturgical socialization D. broad socialization