What renders something deviant?

a. Laws
b. The act itself
c. The reactions of others
d. Biology


Answer: C

Sociology

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Which of the following has been advanced as an explanation for gender- and sex- related differences in ability to decode and interpret others’ nonverbal communication?

A. Men and women have biological sex-related differences in brain functioning that influence their ability to understand nonverbal communication. B. As part of their socialization to be sensitive to and build relationships, females learn to decode nonverbal communication. C. According to standpoint theory, women must learn to interpret others in order to survive as subordinate members of society. D. All of the above. E. None of the above. There are no gender- and sex-related differences in ability to decode and interpret others’ nonverbal communication.

Sociology

Of the following, what is the most popular denomination in America today?

a. Baptist b. Congregationalists c. Mormon d. Presbyterian

Sociology

Which category of respondents expressed the strictest definition of family in Powell’s (2010) research?

a. Exclusionists b. Moderates c. Inclusionists d. None of the above

Sociology

In the context of destructive messages, the statement "You will have to be more forceful at work and demand a raise if you are going to be a good father and husband" illustrates ________.

A. analyzing B. lecturing C. withdrawing D. criticizing

Sociology