Question 1

It is critical for newly hired social workers in an organization to observe and determine if supervisors believe in a Theory X or Theory Y style of management.

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Understanding if supervisors lean towards Theory X (assuming employees are inherently lazy and require strict supervision) or Theory Y (believing employees are self-motivated and seek responsibility) helps social workers adapt their work style and communication for better integration and effectiveness within the organization.

Question 2

Define functionalism.

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Question 3

Oscar Lewis has developed a "culture of poverty" explanation for why poverty is passed on from one generation to another. Describe this theory, and analyze the merits and shortcomings of this explanation.

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Question 4

A bureaucratic system is considered "good."

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Whether a bureaucratic system is considered "good" or not depends on the context, including its efficiency, flexibility, and the specific needs of the organization or society it serves. Bureaucracies can be efficient in organizing large-scale operations but may also be criticized for being rigid and slow to adapt to change.

Question 5

Conservatives revere the traditional nuclear family and try to devise policies to preserve it.

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Conservatives often prioritize the preservation of traditional social institutions, including the nuclear family, and may support policies aimed at maintaining or reinforcing this family structure.

Question 6

Define propinquity theory.

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Question 7

Summarize the major problems encountered by blended families. What suggestions do you have for parents in blended families to successfully handle the problems that you identified?

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Question 8

Value orientation means an individual's own ideas about what is desirable and worthwhile.

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Value orientation refers to the principles and ideals that shape an individual's perceptions, behaviors, and understanding of what is important, desirable, and worthwhile in life.

Question 9

TQM believes in the "60/40 Rule."

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TQM (Total Quality Management) does not specifically advocate for a "60/40 Rule." TQM focuses on continuous improvement and customer satisfaction through the involvement of all members of an organization.

Question 10

Compare and contrast the liberal, conservative, and developmental perspectives on human service organizations.

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Quiz 12: Sociological Aspects of Young and Middle Adulthood