One problem with the concept of the nuclear family is that ______.
A. by default anyone who does not meet the criteria is labeled as dysfunctional
B. it assumes heteronormativity
C. it perpetuates stigma for couples who are unable to have children
D. all of these
Answer: D
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A. conflict B. functionalist C. symbolic interactionist D. feminist
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A. talking about sexuality makes people uncomfortable. B. within-group differences are insignificant among heterosexuals. C. homosexuality does not exist in nature. D. heterosexuality is assumed to be normal.
Theft, assault, and drug dealing are all violations of __________.
a. informal law b. folkways c. criminal law d. civil law
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A. Majority groups cannot think of themselves as minority groups. B. Minority groups often suffer from stereotype threats. C. Even though majority and minority statuses are socially constructed, they are treated as "objective." D. People rarely change their attitudes about race.