Not all norms are of equal importance; _____ norms are written down and involve specific punishments for violators. Laws are the most common type; they have been codified and may be enforced by sanctions.

a. informal
b. real
c. formal
d. ideal


c

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Neil Smelser proposes that societies undergo changes with regards to technology, agriculture, industry and ecology in the process of modernization

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following arguments challenges the United States as a meritocracy and has characteristics of a caste system?

a) The Social Register is based on ascribed status. b) Social mobility is frequent with talent and hard work. c) The income gap between rich and poor is large. d) Social class is based on ascribed status and individual achievement.

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Our high schoolers are somewhat under prepared and drop out more compared to rest of industrialized world.

a. true b. false

Sociology