Historically, society has been resistant to changes in the definition and composition of family because of the influence of
a. social mores.
b. family traditions.
c. social institutions.
d. national customs.
c. social institutions.
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a. valid b. reliable c. an independent measure d. inconsistent
In the discussion of the use of statistics in sociology, the text lists six “mistakes” that can be made. List and briefly describe ways in which data and research outcomes can be distorted or misrepresented, accidentally or intentionally.
What will be an ideal response?
According to the sound marital house theory, the two “staples” of well-functioning couples are ______.
a. high levels of forgiveness and low requirements for sacrifice. b. low levels of conflict and high levels of quality time. c. high levels of positivity and reducing negativity. d. high levels of humility and gratitude.
The function of media advertising is to support the economy, provide information about products, and underwrite media costs associated with
A. promotion of consumption. B. surveillance of the social environment. C. enforcement of social norms. D. conferment of status.