Scott analyzes data on divorce in the United States. He finds that infidelity is commonly
reported as a factor that contributes to divorce.
Which of the
... [Show More] following correctly identifies the independent variable and dependent
variable in this scenario?
The independent variable is divorce, and the dependent variable is infidelity.
The independent variable is infidelity, and the dependent variable is the United States.
The independent variable is infidelity, and the dependent variable is divorce.
The independent variable is the United States, and the dependent variable is divorce.
CONCEPT
Measurement
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2
Which of the following is a manifest function of schooling?
Keeping working-aged young people out of the job market where they would compete with
older workers
Providing education for students so that they can be successful adults who contribute to
society
Providing free "day care" for parents who work during the day
CONCEPT
Structural Functionalism: Manifest and Latent Functions
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3
In the context of research, "authority" refers to which of the following?
A prejudice against one side of an issue
A journal that contains unreviewed articles
A list of all of the sources used in a research project
A person or institution with expert knowledge on a subject
CONCEPT
Evaluating Sources
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4
Which of the following perspectives assumes that where we live and our country’s
position in the world have a profound impact on our lives?
Global perspective
Micro-level orientation
Sociological imagination
Sociological perspective
CONCEPT
Sociology and Sociological and Global Perspectives Defined
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5
Which of the following sociologists is known for conducting participant observation
research, most notably in a neighborhood called “Cornerville?” [Show Less]