What is the name of the program in which state and local governments set aside a certain portion of their business for companies owned by minorities or women?

a. Affirmative action
b. Minority set-aside programs
c. Quota
d. Societal discrimination


ANS: b

Sociology

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Fill in the blanks with correct word

Sociology

The meaning of masculinity and femininity in our lives is affected by

A. our age. B. our race. C. our interactions with others. D. the historical time period in which we live. E. all of the above.

Sociology

Formal ties are relationships people have with

a. friends. b. family. c. colleagues at work. d. relatives.

Sociology

Which of the following relationships best shows causal logic?

A. The time spent tending to one's vegetable garden may be directly related to, or produce a greater likelihood of, overgrowth. B. The time spent reviewing for a test may be directly related to, or produce a greater likelihood of, getting a high score. C. Being more involved in extracurricular activities may be directly related to, or produce a lower likelihood of, college admission. D. Being less integrated into society may be directly related to, or produce a lower likelihood of, suicide.

Sociology