Identify, with an example for each, the three types of organizations discussed in the book

What will be an ideal response?


Normative —volunteer organization such as Red Cross, Kiwanis, NRA; Coercive — prisons, reform schools, mental institutions; Utilitarian — Corporation, University

Sociology

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How has the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) been valuable in addressing problems of the elderly?

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology

About __________ percent of American stores' total merchandise is shoplifted

a) 2 b) 12 c) 22 d) 32

Sociology

Compare and contrast top-down and bottom-up solutions to social problems

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology

Which of the following statements defines the term "ascribed status?"

A. It is a social position "assigned" to a person without regard to the person's unique characteristics or talents. B. It is a social position based solely on income and wealth. C. It is a social position based solely on lifestyle. D. It is a social position attained by a person largely through his or her own effort.

Sociology