In the context of the primary ways of determining descent, ________ favors the father's relatives in terms of property, inheritance, and emotional ties.

A. bilateral descent
B. patrilineal descent
C. matrilineal descent
D. bilineal descent


Answer: B

Sociology

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a. a rapid decrease b. neither an increase or decrease c. a modest but measurable increase d. a rapid increase

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The average lower IQ score of African Americans in the United States is remarkably similar to that of deprived ethnic minorities in other countries. This suggests that

a. there are genetically driven intelligence differences between the groups. b. social, cultural, and economic factors explain variations in IQ. c. IQ tests do not really measure anything meaningful. d. IQ differences cannot really be changed.

Sociology

The poor __________

A) use a small amount of their income for housing B) pay less for day-to-day products like milk and bread C) are exploited by payday loans D) receive the greatest amount of government aid

Sociology