The research technique that allows the sociologist to manipulate an independent variable in order to observe and measure changes in a dependent variable is known as:
a. a controlled experiment.
b. archival research.
c. participant observation.
d. survey research.
A
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While most married women now share responsibility for the breadwinner role, many men do not accept their share of domestic responsibilities. Consequently, many women have a: a. "double-whammy"
b. "two-tiered job". c. "second shift". d. "unbearable burden".
A researcher studying the effectiveness of an AIDS program is engaged in evaluation research
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The fact that a girl can be a tomboy and not have her entire sexual identity called into question, but a boy cannot likewise be a sissy and keep his sexual identity intact, reflects that:
A. masculine characteristics are less useful in society. B. in a society structured around and for the interests of men, stereotypically masculine traits are likely to be valued culturally and interpersonally. C. feminine characteristics are less useful in society. D. in a society structured around gender, females have to always stay in the appropriate categories.
The lifelong process of learning the attitudes, values, and behavior considered appropriate to members of a particular culture is referred to as
A. subculture. B. socialization. C. secularization. D. education.