Question 1

Functionalists view inequality in work as reflecting the devaluation of some workers.

Accepted Answer

Functionalists believe that inequality in work reflects the devaluation of certain workers, such as those in low-skilled or low-paying jobs. They argue that this system is necessary for society to function effectively, as it incentivizes people to seek higher education and training in order to access higher-paying and more prestigious jobs.

Question 2

The Women's March of 2017 was initially organized as a protest against Donald Trump and his administration. News of the march spread, and marches occurred in Washington, D.C., throughout the United States, and in many other nations as well. What does the occurrence of such widespread marches illustrate?

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The occurrence of widespread marches in many nations illustrates a global interdependence of nations. It also showcases the shared concern for political and social issues across different countries.

Question 3

Women in the news industry who spoke out as a result of the #MeToo movement stated that it was not uncommon for certain "stars" to engage in behavior such as exhibitionism and to make lewd comments. This is best described as

Accepted Answer

The behavior described creates a hostile work environment for women in the news industry.

Question 4

The only people really affected by the power of the state are criminals and those who work in the criminal justice system.

Accepted Answer

The power of the state affects everyone, not just criminals and those in the criminal justice system. The state has the power to make laws, collect taxes, and provide services. These powers affect everyone, regardless of their criminal status.

Question 5

The privatization of the military refers to the fact that

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The privatization of the military refers to the trend of for-profit corporations taking on more and more of the military's functions. This includes everything from logistics and support to actual combat operations. It is not related to recruitment, information access, or promotion policies.

Question 6

Within communism, the state is the sole owner of the production systems.

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In communism, the idea is that the community as a whole owns the means of production, rather than the state or individual capitalists.

Question 7

Traditional authority is derived from the personal appeal of a leader.

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Traditional authority is based on the personal charisma and appeal of a leader, as well as their status within a society's traditional systems and customs.

Question 8

The branch of the military with the highest proportion of female enlisted personnel is

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Question 9

The state is able to influence public opinion through its power to regulate the media.

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Question 10

The most common type of governmental authority in the contemporary United States is traditional authority.

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Question 11

Traditional authority inevitably leads to the formation of bureaucracy.

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Traditional authority is based on longstanding customs and traditions, and typically results in the formation of a bureaucratic system to carry out administrative functions. This system relies on hierarchy, rules, and regulations to maintain order and efficiency. Therefore, traditional authority inevitably leads to the formation of bureaucracy.

Question 12

Capitalism and socialism are incompatible within the same society.

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The fundamental principles and values of capitalism and socialism are fundamentally different and often conflicting, making it difficult for both systems to coexist in the same society. Capitalism focuses on individualism, free markets, and private ownership, while socialism emphasizes collective ownership, shared wealth, and equality. Therefore, it is unlikely that a society can successfully implement both systems simultaneously.

Question 13

At the end of the war in 1945, the majority of workers (51 percent) in the United States were employed in manufacturing-based jobs. As of 2018, manufacturing accounts for only about _____ percent of the total labor force

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As of 2018, manufacturing accounts for only about 10 percent of the total labor force in the United States, reflecting a significant shift from manufacturing to service-oriented jobs over the decades.

Question 14

Within the global economy, the assembly of goods is done mostly by women and children.

Accepted Answer

While it is true that women and children are employed in various sectors of the global economy, including manufacturing, the statement that the assembly of goods is done mostly by women and children is overly broad and does not accurately reflect the diversity of the global workforce. Men also play a significant role in the assembly and production of goods across different industries worldwide.

Question 15

According to the text, increased employment of women and other minorities has caused increased unemployment among White men.

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Question 16

Sociologists understand the state to be the organized system of power and authority in society and the state's only social institution to be government.

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The state is the organized system of power and authority in society, and the government is the only social institution of the state.

Question 17

Which of these statements regarding gay people in the military is false?

Accepted Answer

The policy "don't ask, don't tell" was actually a discriminatory policy that banned gay people in the military from being open about their sexual orientation. It was only repealed in 2011, allowing gay people to serve openly in the military without fear of being discharged.

Question 18

Research indicates that, despite gains, gays and lesbians still fear adverse consequences if they "come out" at work.

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Question 19

Sociologists focused on wage inequality at work draw on the symbolic interactionist perspective.

Accepted Answer

Symbolic interactionism emphasizes the subjective meanings attached to social phenomena, including the meanings attached to wages and job positions. Therefore, sociologists who focus on wage inequality at work are likely to draw on this perspective.

Question 20

Undocumented immigrants in the United States are likely to have higher levels of education and occupational skills than the typical workers in their homeland.

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Quiz 15: Economy and Politics