List and define the stock issues for a policy debate. Why is each stock issue important when formulating an argument?
What will be an ideal response?
(1) Problem – Presumption is always against change. In order to begin considering
changing policy, a person must prove that there is an exigence that needs to be resolved. (2)
Inherency – Structural or attitudinal barriers that currently prevent the problem from being
solved. Inherency is important for proving that the status quo cannot resolve the problem and
thus action is necessary. (3) Plan – the stated policy or course of action. Plans are important for
taking decisive action that can address the problems. (4) Disadvantages – these are the benefits
and problems of implementing the plan. People can use cost/benefit analysis to determine if the
benefits of the plan outweigh the costs.
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Secondary tensions result from ________.
What will be an ideal response?
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
The extent to which migrants want to maintain their own identity, language, and way of life influences how they develop multicultural identities.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
When examining the role of sex in power dynamics of couples in the United States, the stereotypical view would say that ______.
a. husbands had more power b. wives had more power c. power was equal d. in-laws had more power