Functionalist theorists and conflict theorists both share the belief that
a. all parts of society work together
b. social behavior originates in the structure of society.
c. theory should focus on interpersonal, face-to-face interaction.
d. power and exploitation are the basis for order in society.
b
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The rise of interracial and same-sex unions has been tied to the
a. independence of youth. b. messages of the media. c. institution of education. d. stress of economics.
The most promising work relating to the genetic causes of Alzheimer's disease has focused on
A. chromosome 14. B. Down syndrome. C. beta-amyloid protein. D. types of neurotransmitters involved.
Which of the following is an accurate statement about the Uniform Crime Report (UCR) and/or the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS)?
a. The UCR is the best estimate of crime in the United States because it is based on cases investigated by the FBI. b. The NCVS is the best estimate of crime in the United States because it is based on crimes known to and reported by the police. c. The two reports are similar in their estimates of crime in the United States. d. Both reports are important because they provide reasonable estimates of crime in the United States.
When he turned 18, Jim wished to move out of his parents' home. Jim's mother reluctantly agreed to let him leave, but felt depressed and lonely after a few months. She experienced a lessened sense of well-being as well. In this scenario, Jim's mother is experiencing the ________.
a. empathy syndrome b. boomerang syndrome c. flying the coop syndrome d. empty-nest syndrome