A stereotype is

a. a type of category.
b. a neutral observation.
c. considered a guide for understanding.
d. all of these


a

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Researchers include all of the following as themes that characterize adult friendships except

a. support. b. reciprocity. c. choice. d. physical intimacy.

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Which of the following is an ironic statement regarding extramarital affairs in the U.S.?

(a) Men are excused but women are condemned. (b) More women than men engage in extramarital affairs. (c) More men than women deny their involvement in extramarital affairs. (d) A high percentage of extramarital affairs take place alongside the strong belief that such behavior is improper.

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A theory that explains how schooling helps prepare young people for the work they will do as adults represents the

a. structural-functional approach. b. social-conflict approach. c. symbolic-interaction approach. d. sociobiology approach.

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John is a factory worker who has a high school degree. He would like to be promoted to the managerial position, but Bob, who has a bachelor's degree, obtains the position. This is an example of ___________________________.

a. discriminatory meritocracy b. credentialing c. workplace bias d. commercialization

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