What term did Emile Durkheim use for how individuals employed specific skills to complete specialized work within a society?

A. rationalization of society
B. division of labor
C. rationalization of work
D. capitalism


Answer: B

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Which sociological perspective would argue that the U.S. family contributes to social injustice and denies women opportunities that are commonly extended to men?

A. functionalist perspective B. conflict perspective C. interactionist perspective D. global perspective

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According to demographers, people aged 65-74 are categorized as the a. "childish-old.". b. "young-old."

c. "older-old.". d. "old-old.".

Sociology

Which of the following may be the most effective ways to deal with terrorism?

a. Encourage journalists and the media to cover the story. b. Show terrorists that you will not treat them as criminals. c. Negotiate with terrorists to win the release of captives. d. Enact boycotts and other measures to put pressure on those who sponsor terrorism.

Sociology

What is the first step in the research model?

a. Review the literature b. Share the results c. Begin the case study d. Select a topic

Sociology