Global stratification refers to the unequal distribution of wealth, power, and prestige on a global basis, resulting in people having vastly different lifestyles and life chances both within and among the nations of the world
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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a. servile forms of marriage b. indentured slavery c. chattel slavery d. debt bondage
Key structural, or anatomical, features of the neuron include all the following except
a. axons. b. dendrites. c. terminal branches. d. synapses.
Individuals who experience psychiatric problems often initially
a. ?define themselves as mentally healthy. b. ?accept others’ definitions of their condition. c. ?agree with the diagnosis of mental health professionals. d. ?perceive their situation as illness rather than as “problems.” e. ?trust doctors’ ability to diagnose and treat them.
Animation Concept Video: The Social Construction of RealityClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 85 and watch the videos. When you've finished watching the videos, come back to the test and answer the following questions:According to social constructionism, gender is created through social norms. Which of the following is a socially constructed belief about gender among U.S. citizens?
A. Individuals of the same sex can hold hands. B. Men should display their physical strength. C. Women who are assertive in the workplace are looked upon favorably. D. Babies should be given gender-neutral names.