What is a social problem? Discuss examples of each of the following types of social problems: social condition, event, and pattern of behavior.

What will be an ideal response?


A social problem is a social condition, event, or pattern of behavior that negatively affects the well-being of a significant number of people (or a number of significant people) who believe it needs to be changed or ameliorated. Answers will vary based on the examples chosen.

Sociology

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A) Saying "God bless you" when someone sneezes B) Standing to greet someone C) Shaking hands when meeting D) Avoiding personal contact on public transportation

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______________________ theorists are interested in analyzing costs and rewards

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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It is clear that religion is becoming much less important within the United States

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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When older people participate in competitive sports, they

A. tend to be obsessive about their training. B. often avoid sports with high injury rates. C. focus on progressive improvement and placing high in their age group. D. prefer team sports over individual sports.

Sociology