When people are proud of a particular social status that they occupy, they often choose to use visible means to let others know about their position. _____ are material signs that inform others of a person's social position

a. Occupational indicators b. Consumables
c. Status symbols d. Conspicuous possessions


c

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It is estimated that the unauthorized immigrant population in the United States is __________

(a) 5 million (b) 8 million (c) 10 million (d) 12 million

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Which generation could be said to worry about the future of society being turned over to its children?

a. only the generation of the 1960s b. only a generation exposed to a world war in which a substantial part of the citizens had a role c. only the last generation d. every generation worries about this

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Historically and culturally, women have been considered "appropriate" victims of domestic violence

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

Which of the following statements best explains how government impacts social structure?

a. Government is the ultimate expression of the power of institutions. b. Governments have very little sway over the social structure. c. Small, informal organizations have enormous power over government institutions. d. Governments experience regular deinstitutionalization through social protest.

Sociology