Define power and inequality. Explain the relationship between the two.

What will be an ideal response?


Power is the ability to mobilize resources and achieve goals despite the resistance of others. Inequality refers to differences in wealth, power, opportunity, and other valued resources.

Sociology

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The Intifada was accomplished through ________

a. the boycott of Arabic goods b. rejection of all support from Arab nations c. attacks against Israeli soldiers d. peaceful talks and consensus

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Most Americans support the proposition that the sexual minority should have fewer rights than the sexual majority

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The discussion in the text about high boundary ambiguity included catastrophic and unexpected situations. Which of the following is NOT one of the examples listed?

a. grandparent moving to a nursing home b. war c. natural disaster d. kidnapping

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Which one of the following statements is an example of essentialism? a. Men and women are essentially equal

b. Gender inequality is human constructed. c. Men and women are different by divine design. d. Gender shapes life choices in profound ways.

Sociology