Sociologists define __________ as the knowledge, techniques, and tools that make it possible for people to transform resources into usable forms, and the knowledge and skills required to use them after they are developed
a. industrialization
b. technology
c. material culture
d. cybernetics
b
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Adam Gillhorn and Derek Cosby are students of sociology. Adam claims that low-income African American parents and their children generally behave irresponsibly and make poor decisions
Derek believes that low-income African American families are more responsible as they have to adapt to problems beyond their control. Which of the following statements strengthens Derek's argument? A) Most African American men in low-income families are employed and work hard to support their wives and children. B) Low-income African American youth usually make good purchasing decisions. C) African American children from low-income families are more likely to grow up in households with both parents. D) Black married men in low-income families are more likely than women to do most of the traditional chores, such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry, and to be overworked.
In a sociological study of the relationship between variables, what is associated with and/or causes change in the value of the other?
A. qualitative variable B. independent variable C. quantitative variable D. dependent variable
The concept of practices was developed by theorists working to link agency and structure; but could this concept also be utilized to integrate the micro and macro?
What will be an ideal response?
Which sociological perspective argues that to whatever extent religion actually does influence social behavior, it reinforces existing patterns of dominance and inequality?
A. functionalist perspective B. conflict perspective C. interactionist perspective D. global perspective