An invisible barrier that blocks the promotion of a qualified individual in a work environment because of the individual's gender, race, or ethnicity is called

A. the glass ceiling.
B. expressiveness.
C. instrumentality.
D. a gender role.


Answer: A

Sociology

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The major components of religion are beliefs, ______, and experiences.

A. rituals B. habits C. occurrences D. content

Sociology

Best and Luckenbill (1982) contend that ________ deviants commit their acts of deviance in the presence of subcultural supporters

a. Individual b. Loner c. Trendy d. Narcissistic

Sociology

Reciprocity, or a mutual offering of favors, is a motivator for interaction according to ______.

A. linguistic relativity theory B. rational choice theory C. ethnomethodology D. dramaturgy

Sociology

Some theorists believe that prejudice could be alleviated by exposing different racial groups to one another to create meaningful interactions and relationships. Use the theories and concepts you have learned so far to argue whether you agree or disagree. Introduce Erving Goffman’s concepts of stigma and mixed contacts into the discussion.

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology