The division of the members of a society into layers based on such attributes as wealth, power, and prestige is termed:

a. homogenization
b. social stratification
c. status differentiation
d. status sorting


B

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Which of the following is important in discussing death with a child before a crisis occurs?

A. Vaguely answer the child's questions to eliminate anxiety B. Refer the child to a fairy tale to show a ‘happily ever after' ending C. Provide an explanation that corresponds to the child's level of understanding D. Delay introducing the topic until absolutely necessary

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Retrospective voting is a type of bloc voting and occurs when:

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Sociology