In relation to types of groups, describe sociologist Charles Horton Cooley's theory on primary and secondary groups

What will be an ideal response?


The following are suggested areas for students to address in their essays:

Describe primary groups and provide examples

Describe secondary groups and provide examples

Discuss how secondary groups can become primary groups

Encourage students to include any personal experiences in relation to primary groups and secondary groups in their responses

Sociology

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Which of the following accurately assesses the similarities of structural functionalism and family systems?

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In 1990, adults ________ were 9.2 percent of the world population, but by 2050 will make up 21 percent

a. 80 and older b. 70 and older c. 60 and older d. 50 and older

Sociology