A teenager shoplifts an expensive shirt from a store. Sociologists would most likely categorize his deviant behavior as ______.

A. statistical
B. normative
C. legalistic
D. negative


Answer: C

Sociology

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Personal ________, ________ religion, and ________ about homosexuality are three reasons for anti-gay feelings

Fill in the blanks with correct word

Sociology

Legitimacy results from:

a. citizens' belief in the norms that specify how power is to be exercised in their society b. legislation is enacted by government c. the ability of those in power to force their will on the majority d. the manner in which class struggles are resolved

Sociology

Because critical sociologists that study medicine often explain the experience of patients, all of their work must be qualitative.

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

Sociology

What is the difference between a family and a kin group?

A. The family is a household unit, and kin do not always live together. B. Kin is a household unit, but a family does not always live together. C. Family units include aunts and uncles, but a kin group does not. D. Kin groups and families are identical.

Sociology