Developed nations, such as the United States and France, have more financial resources and political power than underdeveloped nations such as Chad and India. What term would sociologists use to explain the differences between these nations in terms of their wealth and power?
A. global inequality
B. resource analysis
C. power analysis
D. capital inequality
Answer: A
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A. unemployment B. employment C. underemployment D. part-time employment
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A. Richard Quinney B. Kai Erikson C. Clinton Sanders D. Émile Durkheim
Societies rely on hand tools such as hoes and employ slash-and-burn technology
a. Agrarian b. Hunting and gathering c. Horticultural d. Primitive