The family, religion, education, the economy, the government (politics), mass media, sports, science and medicine, and the military are all examples of __________.

a. social institutions
b. working groups
c. informal organizations
d. social associations


Answer: a. social institutions

Sociology

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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