With corporations in the process of downsizing their employee base, while at the same time frequently merging with other companies, C. Wright Mills would refer to the resulting unemployment as “private troubles” of the individuals involved rather than a “public issue.”

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: FALSE

Sociology

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Which of the following best describes how racist attitudes have changed in America in recent years?

A. Blacks are no longer negatively stereotyped. B. The majority of Americans now endorse principles of equality. C. Instances of subtle and covert forms of racism have decreased significantly. D. Support to policies that oppose institutional racism has increased tremendously.

Sociology

Majority–Minority Counties in the United States While counties along the US border with Mexico often have a high percentage minority population, many counties along the US border with Canada also have a high percentage minority population. Which of the following counties has the highest?

A. Aroostook, Maine B. Glacier, Montana C. Blaine, Montana D. Rolette, North Dakota

Sociology

The process of socialization occurs through social interactions with other members of a society.

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

Sociology

The minority aged population is expected to

A. increase in the next 40 years. B. increase with baby boomers and then sharply decline. C. decline in the next 40 years. D. remain constant over the next 40 years.

Sociology