__________ explains ethnic riots as a social dysfunction

A) Functionalist theory
B) Conflict theory
C) Social interactionist theory
D) Ecological theory


Answer: A

Sociology

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Sociology

Lesbians and gays no longer face discrimination in the workplace

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

_____ studies the relationships between people and urban environments.

A. Sociology B. Urban ecology C. Environmentalism D. Gentrification E. Demography

Sociology

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a. traditional b. modern c. alienated d. Western

Sociology