According to the former director of purchasing at Smithfield Packing Company, the plant assigns workers based on
a. a bidding process.
b. economics.
c. one’s work ethic.
d. race.
d. race.
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Sophie, an 80-year-old woman with several chronic medical conditions, was placed in a nursing home. At first, she was cheerful and active, but now she is withdrawn and depressed. This nursing home is for people with severe cognitive deficits
How would this situation be analyzed in the competence model of Lawton and Nahemow? a. This behavior is due to high personal competence and low environmental press. b. Although she feels competent, she is stressed because the nursing home is structured. c. Her ability to cope has been reduced because she is no longer mentally competent. d. Because her physical abilities are reduced, she can't get involved in activities.
The term _________ refers to the formal and informal training in the demands of a role prior to entering into the role
a. role clarity b. anticipatory socialization c. role experimentation d. role enactment
What is the term for the application of cultural knowledge to the task of living in an environment?
a. real culture b. ideal culture c. cultural transmission d. technology
Briefly describe three consequences of gender stratification.
What will be an ideal response?