SAGE News Clip: Urban Commuter TrafficDescription: This video highlights the growing traffic problems associated with gridlock in urban areas. As urbanization increases, more and more workers are forced to make longer commutes. In order to ease the congestion and build better infrastructure, some are looking to light rail. While the expansion of passenger rail service is costly, proponents argue the investment is one voters support. As another alternative, researchers and corporations are examining electric vehicles and automotive communication systems designed to prevent accidents and slowdowns.Click on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 386 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer
the following questions:Traffic gridlock is often a consequence of ______.
A. urbanization
B. exurbanization
C. urbanism
D. demographic transition
Answer: A
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a. social justice b. immigrant deportation c. the survival of the fittest d. an increase in child labor
Which racial or ethnic group held the numerical majority of the population on the 2000 and the 2010 census?
a. Non-Hispanic white b. Black c. Asian d. Native American or Alaskan Native
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A. mini B. macro C. meso D. micro
Explain what is meant by the phrase "the consequences of difference." Why is this concept so important to the study of sociology? Illustrate your answer with a real world example of the importance of the consequences of difference.
What will be an ideal response?