Sociologists use the term ________ to describe the process of labeling of someone as less than a whole person because they are perceived as being different.

A. crime
B. stigma
C. sanction
D. deviance


Answer: B

Sociology

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Which of the following is NOT a type of random sample?

a. cluster sample b. snowball sample c. stratified random sample d. multistage cluster sample

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Although marriage enrichment programs lead to positive change, they are generally not effective

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

Color of Change provides solutions to racial inequality and injustice by asking their members to confront members of government on legislation that disproportionally affects minority communities. This most closely aligns with which sociological perspective?

A. structural functionalism B. symbolic interactionism C. conflict theory D. contact theory

Sociology

Kylie is a girl, age 3. When she tries to play with a truck, her mother takes it away and hands her a doll. According to social theorist Albert Bandura, which scenario is most likely to result?

A. Kylie will come out as transgender when she reaches adolescence. B. Kylie will adopt the belief that dolls are for girls and trucks are for boys. C. Kylie will enter the play stage, meaning she will play with whatever she wants. D. Kylie will become depressed and stop playing, resulting in brain atrophy.

Sociology