A theory of aging that emphasizes the importance of the elderly gradually disengaging from their roles in society is known as disengagement theory

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


T

Sociology

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On which of the following points do all theories that fall under "new racism" agree?

A. The civil rights era brought many changes to life in the United States, but only in legal arenas. B. The election of Barack Obama was the single most important factor in changing many Americans' minds about the role of race and racism in their own lives. C. Prejudice and discrimination continue in social life today. D. Racism in America is as it always was; despite some progress, the heart of the problem remains.

Sociology

According to Kaldor’s four-dimensional framework, which differentiates new wars from old wars, which of the following is true?

a. States are the primary actors in most violent conflicts and wars. b. Old wars tend to be decentralized. c. New wars involve various groups fighting one another with shifting alliances. d. Conflicts are well contained within domestic borders.

Sociology

Which of the following is the best explanation as to why girls in less developed countries usually have less education than boys?

A. Girls are not expected to work very hard in less developed countries. B. Class sizes in girls' schools are usually smaller because of patriarchal norms that suggest women do not learn as easily as boys. C. Girls spend much of their day either carrying water, earning money, gathering firewood, or taking care of siblings. D. Actually, girls in less developed countries usually have more education than boys.

Sociology

High college dropout rates only affect the individual, not society at large.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

Sociology