World systems theory is a form of ________ theory.
A. demographic
B. functionalist
C. materialist
D. conflict
Answer: D
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This is evidence for a. implicit social beliefs. b. implicit stereotyping. c. implicit attributions. d. explicit stereotyping.
Which branch of social theory would argue that a mandatory retirement age makes no sense, as one person might be very fit and healthy and of sound mind at 75, while another might experience impairment much earlier?
A. conflict theory B. symbolic interactionism C. functionalist theory D. none of these
Which of the following is most likely to require a process of resocialization?
a. starting a new career b. becoming permanently disabled c. moving from adolescence into adulthood d. moving to a new city
The sociocultural evolution approach developed by Gerhard Lenski categorizes preindustrial societies according to the way in which the ________ is organized.
A. economy B. religious system C. polity D. political system