Sociological studies have indicated that people who are married are less likely to commit suicide than people who are divorced. In this example, marital status is a(n)
A. dependent variable.
B. hypothesis.
C. index.
D. independent variable.
Answer: D
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A) urban crisis B) urban homesteading C) urban sprawl D) urbanization
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a) At least a minimal population size b) At least a minimal population density c) At least a minimal population not residing in institutional group quarters d) At least a minimal population not engaged in agriculture, fishing or mining
_____ families are primarily responsible for regulating sexual activity, socializing children, and providing affection and companionship
a. Preindustrial b. Industrial c. Hunting and gathering d. Contemporary
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A. decriminalization B. deinstitutionalization C. detoxification D. decarceration