One of Spencer's biggest contributions to sociology was his:
a. model for understanding changing exploitative labor laws.
b. study of the unfair treatment of women.
c. caution to sociologists to put aside their biases, opinions, and wishes when conducting research.
d. development of the concept of economic determinism.
c
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Harold Lasswell warned that nations might be moving toward a system of "garrison states." By this he meant that:
a. local police departments had a disproportionate amount of influence in national affairs b. modern technology was depriving people of their fundamental rights c. the military was emerging as the most powerful group in society d. the world was on the brink of international war
Which observation describes the functionalist theoretical perspective on education?
A. Schools reinforce working-class positions. B. Labeling dictates who are in power. C. A role of schools is to classify students according to their potential. D. Certificates and degrees are important symbols of acquired education.
More than ________ million deaths occurred during the 20th century.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).