Ester Reiter's ethnography of Burger King (in Chapter 2) found that making hamburgers was a favorite task of the workers because
a. it was mechanized.
b. it eliminated social interaction with other employees.
c. it allowed workers some minimal discretion.
d. it was the major product of the fast food restaurant.
e. they had learned this task at home.
c
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a. memo-ing b. recollection c. peer review d. bridging
One advantage of the elderly remaining in their own homes as long as possible is that:
a. it reduces the impact of spousal loss. b. it is less expensive. c. they don't have to sell their belongings. d. the children will visit more often.
Which sociological perspective would most likely argue that the social order is based on coercion and exploitation?
A. functionalist perspective B. conflict perspective C. interactionist perspective D. global perspective
Which Latino subpopulation has the greatest percentage living below the poverty line?
A. Mexican Americans B. Puerto Ricans C. Cuban Americans D. a and b are the same