A study wants to test for intelligence and asks questions about hobbies and athleticism. What is the concern with this study?

A. a lack of reliability
B. a lack of validity
C. a lack of correlation
D. a lack of ethics


Answer: B

Sociology

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______ is the judgment of an individual or group, often based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, class, and/or other social identities.

A. Prejudice B. Stereotypes C. Discrimination D. Racism

Sociology

The 125,000 Cubans who entered the U.S. in 1980 during the "Mariel boat lift," were largely _____

a. professionals b. skilled workers c. persons considered "undesirable" d. middle class and college educated

Sociology

Brown v. Board of Education (1954) is a famous Supreme Court case dealing with

a. segregated public schools. b. the no pass-no play (sports) policy. c. school prayer. d. school choice.

Sociology

As ________ theorists point out, one personal task that confronts everyone is to develop their individuality while remaining a part of their families of origin.

A. conflict B. symbolic interactionist C. exchange D. systems

Sociology