______ refers to the differential allocation of goods, resources and services, and the limitation of access to full participation in society, based on an individual's membership in a particular social category.

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


Answer: C

Sociology

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A) Only wealthy elderly people live in nursing homes. B) Nursing home use will decrease as the elderly population increases. C) They are safe spaces and always have more than enough staff. D) They are big business because the government pays for much of the care.

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The "old guard" are people who are wealthy and well-placed socially, who know each other personally, who frequently marry among themselves, who share a similar world view, and who work in concert to achieve a political agenda that suits their interests

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Sociology

Tianju believes that in an analysis of the "harm" of illegal drugs in America, a researcher should consider whether or not drugs lull poor minorities into acceptance of their oppressed state. Tianju's ideas are in line with __________

A) functionalism B) conflict theory C) symbolic interactionism D) feminist theory

Sociology

What is the primary criticism of political action committees and lobbyists?

What will be an ideal response

Sociology