Durkheim’s research on _____ formed the foundation for the functionalist perspective of deviance.

A. suicide
B. homosexuality
C. altruism
D. labels


Answer: A

Sociology

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An average married couple has an annual income of around __________, compared to __________ for a single male-headed family (no wife present) and only __________ for a single female-headed family (no husband present)

Fill in the blanks with correct word

Sociology

Which of the following is not an aspect of the central-city dilemma?

a. Central cities are becoming increasingly populated by minorities, the poor, and the elderly. b. Economic and social dependency is becoming concentrated in areas that are financially unprepared to deal with it. c. Industry is becoming centralized in lower tax-base areas of central cities. d. Middle class and skilled employees are moving outside the limits of central cities. e. The tax base of central cities is shrinking.

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Explain Cloward and Ohlin’s opportunity theory, the three types of neighborhood structures they identify and how each of these affects opportunities for deviant action

Please provide the best answer for the statement.

Sociology

Among the most common rights found in constitutions are

a. Popular right to elect the president or supreme ruler of the country b. Rights to social benefits such as education and health care c. Rights of speech, assembly, and belief d. Rights to work and join unions

Sociology