Which of the following describes rational choice theory’s characterization of people’s actions?

a. People act when motivated by a stimulus.
b. People act toward immediate gratification.
c. People act in accordance with their preferences.
d. People act while assuming they have an endless amount of social resources available.


c. People act in accordance with their preferences.

Sociology

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A) surrogate B) vaginal C) caesarean D) pre-term

Sociology

In comparison to the rest of the world, the remarriage rate in the United States is

(a) one of the lowest. (b) among the highest. (c) third highest, after France and Sweden. (d) very low, since most couples cohabit.

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Family science is:

a. subjective. b. eclectic. c. deterministic. d. traditional.

Sociology

Intergenerational solidarity is usually measured by contact, affinity, and proximity.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

Sociology