Edwin Sutherland proposed the theory of ______ to explain how we learn specific behaviors and norms from the groups we have contact with.
A. social learning
B. labeling
C. differential association
D. control
Answer: C
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The concept "political economy" refers to
a. any system in which people are unequal. b. the interplay of politics and economics. c. democratic political systems. d. the most efficient form of government.
Which of the following statements best reflects the conflict between sociology's two opposing goals?
a. Some think that sociology should be accepted as an academic discipline, while others think it should not be. b. Some sociologists believe they should simply study society to advance knowledge, while others believe they should make efforts to change society. c. Some believe sociologists should serve in the armed forces, but others believe sociologists should be conscientious objectors. d. Some think sociology is immoral.
For Manuel Castells, globalization has involved the transition from a "world-economy" to a "global economy." By this he means that
a. there has emerged a worldwide economy with the capacity to work as a single unit b. capital accumulation now occurs all over the world c. the gap between the core and the periphery is continuing to widen d. previously marginized economic regions are now being included in the new economy
Since the adoption of __________ in the __________, rates of divorce have __________.
A) the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA); 2010s; increased B) same-sex marriage policies; 1990s; decreased C) no fault divorce; 1960s; decreased D) findings from the Moynihan report; 1940s; increased