How did social scientists in the 1960s view the strong role held by women in many African American families?
a.) as the inevitable result of years of poverty and discrimination that stripped black families of their husbands and fathers
b.) as an anomaly that was the result of increased job opportunities for black women after World War II
c.) as a positive characteristic that ultimately would bring more balance to relationships and make African American families stronger
d.) as a negative characteristic that served to emasculate black men and ultimately increase social problems in African American communities
Answer: d.) as a negative characteristic that served to emasculate black men and ultimately increase social problems in African American communities
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a. greater grief but less depression b. greater grief and greater depression c. lower grief and lower depression d. lower grief but higher depression
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A. more B. less C. equally as D. never
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b. contributes to social stability by providing basic survival needs. c. plays a central role in individuals' identities. d. has little impact on individuals' daily lives.
Descriptive research answers the question "What's so?" and explanatory research answers the question "Why?"
Indicate whether the statement is true or false