Sociologists use the term __________ to refer to a large social grouping that occupies the same geographic territory and is subject to the same political authority and dominant cultural expectations.
a. society
b. country
c. culture
d. nation
Answer: a. society
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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a. adhere to stricter traditional gender roles than do white families. b. do more housework overall than do Hispanic families. c. are more egalitarian. d. live in extended family households, so the housework is more spread out.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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