For many who are poor, school is a relevant, although bureaucratized environment that is usually very supportive of personal growth and development
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
false
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Edward Wilson believes that sociobiology explains human behavior more accurately than sociology does. Wilson claims that human behavior is the result of natural selection. However, most sociologists disagree with his ideas
Discuss the reasons why sociologists disagree. What will be an ideal response?
Of the following, which is the LEAST important characteristic in a group being defined as a minority by the larger society?
a. possession of socially visible physical or cultural traits seen as undesirable by the dominant group in the society b. a tendency to marry within the group c. the subordination of the minority group d. the numerical size of the minority group e. a sense of group consciousness or "we-feeling"
Which theory examines the ways in which groups disagree, struggle for power, and compete for scarce resources?
A) the structuralfunctional theory B) the social exchange theory C) the conflict theory D) the symbolic interaction theory
Which of the following is a limitation of secondary analysis of existing data?
A) ?The data is mostly inaccessible. B) ?This method is inconvenient and tedious. C) ?This method is expensive when compared with other methods. D) ?Researchers cannot look at trends and changes over time. E) ?Determining the accuracy and authenticity of historical data may be difficult.