The meritocracy argument suggests that:

a. only smart people make money
b. people get ahead according to merit
c. people should receive medals for important social contributions
d. equal pay for equal work is a myth


b

Sociology

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The __________ are the people who occupy the most influential roles in society

Fill in the blank with correct word

Sociology

Discuss the rising costs of education and the increasing issues surrounding it by using sociological tools and concepts. Who is paying for the changes in school financing? Is it just the student? What is the overall cost to our culture? What do you see as possible solutions to the education-funding crisis?

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology

For Weber, preindustrial societies are characterized by a focus on ________

a. personal choice. b. shared moral sentiments. c. productive specialization. d. rationality.

Sociology

When computing percentages for a bivariate table, it is best to calculate percentages ______ each category of the ______ variable.

A. within; independent B. separate from; dependent C. within; interval-ratio D. independently of; spurious

Sociology