Question 1

Approximately _________ percent of the U.S.population are members of the working class.

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Question 2

The text points out that for the past several years occupational ratings by prestige have been remarkably consistent.In 2007,which of the following occupations received the lowest score in the United States?

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According to the text, the occupation that received the lowest score in the United States in 2007 was "maid," which is closest in title to option C.

Question 3

For many years,occupational ratings by prestige have been remarkably _________ in the United States.

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The phrase "remarkably consistent" implies that the occupational ratings by prestige have remained stable and unchanged over time, making option C the best choice. Options A, B, and D do not accurately reflect this idea of consistency.

Question 4

According to the social class model developed by sociologist Dennis Gilbert,persons in the __________ class (about 14 percent of the U.S.population) are often highly educated professionals who have built careers as physicians,attorneys,stockbrokers,or corporate managers.

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The upper-middle class is characterized by highly educated professionals who have built careers as physicians, attorneys, stockbrokers, or corporate managers. This class makes up about 14 percent of the U.S. population, according to Dennis Gilbert's social class model. The upper-upper class (A) is even wealthier and more exclusive, while the lower-upper class (B) includes those with inherited wealth but may not necessarily have high levels of education or professional careers. The middle class (D) is broader and less defined, encompassing a wide range of occupations and income levels.

Question 5

According to the social class model developed by sociologist Dennis Gilbert,the __________ members (about one percent of the U.S.population) own substantial income-producing assets and operate on both the national and international levels.People in this class have an influence on the economy and society far beyond their numbers.

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According to the description, the group being described is the upper class, as they own substantial income-producing assets, operate on national and international levels, and have influence beyond their numbers. The other choices- upper-middle, middle-middle, and middle class- do not fit this description as closely.

Question 6

According to the social class model developed by sociologist Dennis Gilbert,two-year or four-year college degrees have replaced the high school diploma as an entry-level requirement for employment in many __________ occupations,including medical technicians and nurses.This social class represents an estimated 30 percent of the U.S.population.

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According to the statement, the social class that requires two-year or four-year college degrees for employment includes medical technicians and nurses. This indicates a middle-class status, which is often characterized by higher education and skilled occupations. The other choices, upper class, upper-upper class, and upper-middle class, typically have higher levels of wealth, power, and prestige, but may not necessarily require specific college degrees for employment.

Question 7

According to the sociologist Erik Wright's Marxian model,all of the following are criteria for placement in the class structure EXCEPT:

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According to Erik Wright's model, the four criteria for placement in the class structure are ownership of the means of production, purchase of the labor of others, sale of one's own labor, and lack of marketable skills. Inherited wealth is not included as a criterion in this model.

Question 8

According to the social class model developed by sociologist Dennis Gilbert,the __________ is the one that is most shaped by formal education.

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The upper-middle class is the social class that is most shaped by formal education. This class consists of highly educated professionals and managers who have obtained advanced degrees and specialized training, and their social status is largely determined by their educational attainment. The other classes on this list may value education, but it is not necessarily the defining factor of their status.

Question 9

According to your text,all of the following are factors that have eroded the American Dream for the middle class EXCEPT:

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The text lists escalating housing prices, blocked mobility on the job, and the cost of living squeeze as factors that have eroded the American Dream for the middle class, but does not mention negative media exposure as a factor.

Question 10

According to the social class model developed by sociologist Dennis Gilbert,members of the __________ have earned most of their money in their own lifetime as entrepreneurs,presidents of major corporations,sports or entertainment celebrities,or top-level professionals.

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Question 11

Individuals that are poor,seldom employed,and caught in long-term deprivation that results from low levels of education and income and high rates of unemployment are part of the:

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The underclass refers to individuals who are trapped in long-term poverty due to low levels of income, education, and employment opportunities. They are often excluded from mainstream society and face multiple social and economic disadvantages. This group is different from the working class, who may have stable employment but still struggle to make ends meet, and the middle class, who generally have higher levels of education and income. The term "lower class" is not as commonly used and can be seen as a derogatory term.

Question 12

The text points out that,for many years,occupational ratings by prestige have been remarkably consistent.In 2007,which of the following occupations received the highest score in the United States?

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The text does not provide information on the specific scores of each occupation, but it states that physicians have consistently been ranked as a highly prestigious occupation. Therefore, D is the most likely answer.

Question 13

__________ attempt to determine what degree of control workers have over the decision-making process and the extent to which they are able to plan and implement their own work.

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Conflict theorists are concerned with power dynamics in a society, and therefore they would be most likely to attempt to determine the degree of control workers have over decision-making and planning/implementation of their own work. This is because conflict theorists view the relationship between employers and workers as inherently unequal and based on the struggle for power and control. Functionalist theorists would not necessarily focus on this level of detail about workers' decision-making, but rather on the broader view of how organizations function and contribute to society. Symbolic interactionist theorists would be more focused on how workers interact with each other and with their supervisors, rather than on decision-making power. Postmodern theorists are more concerned with deconstruction and criticism of societal norms and values, and would not necessarily be focused specifically on workers' decision-making power.

Question 14

According to the social class model developed by sociologist Dennis Gilbert,members of the __________ class come from prominent families who possess great wealth that they have held for several generations.Family names such as Rockefeller and Kennedy are well known and often held in high esteem.

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The upper-upper class, also known as the "old money" class, fits the description of coming from prominent families who possess great wealth that they have held for several generations. Family names such as Rockefeller and Kennedy are examples of families belonging to this class.

Question 15

Contemporary Marxian (or conflict) theorists would examine class in
Terms of:

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Contemporary Marxian (or conflict) theorists would examine class in terms of people's relationship to others in the production process.

Question 16

All of the following are elements in the social class model developed by sociologist Dennis Gilbert EXCEPT:

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While education, occupation of family head, and family income are all elements in Gilbert's social class model, the family's reputation in the community is not. The model primarily focuses on objective measures of social class, such as education and income, rather than subjective impressions.

Question 17

All of the following classes were identified by sociologist Erik Wright in his Marxian model EXCEPT the:

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All of the other classes (capitalist, managerial, small-business) were identified by Erik Wright in his Marxian model. The middle class, while widely recognized and analyzed in sociology and other social sciences, was not specifically identified as a separate class by Wright in his model.

Question 18

Most Americans view themselves as __________ class.

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According to multiple surveys and studies, the majority of Americans identify as middle class. This includes those who self-identify as lower-middle or upper-middle class. Very few identify as working class or upper class.

Question 19

About __________ percent of the U.S.population are members of the upper-middle class.

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Question 20

Relatively low-paying,non-manual,semiskilled positions primarily held by women,such as day care workers,checkout clerks,cashiers,and waitpersons are referred to as:

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These types of jobs are known as pink-collar jobs because historically they were associated with women and industries that were deemed "feminine" such as retail, hospitality, and caregiving. This term highlights the fact that these jobs have been devalued and paid less than male-dominated industries, which has contributed to the gender pay gap.

Quiz 8: Class and Stratification in the United States