A conflict theorist would argue that families are structured to
a. value reproductive work. c. provide care and emotional support.
b. confer social status that is unequal. d. perpetuate social equality.
B
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The rapid growth of religious fundamentalism caught many religious observers and sociologists by surprise
a. true b. false
Who is more likely to be pro-choice?
A. Individuals with college or graduate degrees in comparison to those without college degrees B. Men in comparison to women C. Older people in comparison to younger people D. Republicans in comparison to Democrats
Sociologist Max Weber placed categories of people who have a similar level of wealth and income in the same class. He referred to the privileged commercial class of wealthy bankers, ship owners, professionals, and merchants who possess similar financial resources as __________
a. entrepreneurs b. rentiers c. capitalists d. proletariats
Explain Robert Merton’s structural strain theory of deviance. Propose a study that a sociological researcher might conduct using this theory, constructing a one-statement hypothesis that could be tested for support.
What will be an ideal response?