According to Piven and Cloward, the government institutes massive aid to the poor only when the __________

A) poor constitute a threat
B) power elite pressures them
C) economy is booming
D) economy is in a recession


Answer A

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Which of the following statements accurately describes socialization?

A. A "sense of self" is forged before socialization begins in earnest. B. Socialization is a lifelong process. C. A small amount of socialization occurs outside of the family. D. Socialization is the same in every culture.

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. True b. False

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