A woman is born into a homeless, single-parent family. She is very talented, and as an adult she becomes a wealthy, world-acclaimed pianist. This scenario most closely represents which type of stratification system?

A. estate
B. class
C. caste
D. slavery


Answer: B

Sociology

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

The influence of one interest group is not offset by the power of another.

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Private adoptions take place through licensed agencies

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

Most people surveyed in 2003 believed what percentage of children lived in poverty?

A. 10% B. 30% C. 35% D. 50%

Sociology

Jeffrey Dahmer was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison. He was also a cannibal. In this situation, the act of murder can be described as violation of __________, while cannibalism can be described as violation of __________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s)

Sociology