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Get faster at matching terms Terms in this set (29)The Industrial Revolution What changes to society brought about the transformation of an economy based on producing raw materials to one based on the population of finished products? The tertiary or service sector A majority of the world's workers hold jobs in which of the following sectors of the economy? Fewer opportunities for many workers in the United States due to global competition and outsourcing abroad Which of the following trends affecting U.S. workers has resulted from the expansion of the global economy? The economy What is a social institution that organizes a society's production, distribution, and consumption of good and services? The global economy involves economic activity that crosses national boarders Which of the following statements best describes a global economy? The South Which region of the country has the largest share of states that have enacted "right-to-work" laws that limit the power of labor unions? Blue-collar or factory; white-collar or service In 1920, the U.S. worker was mostly likely to have a(n) ___________ job; today, the average U.S. worker has a ____________ job The underground economy is economic activity involving income not reported to the government as required by law Which of the following statements correctly defines the underground economy? Many jobs involved less skill Which of the following is a result of the Information Revolution? Having extensive theoretical knowledge of a field Which of the following is a trait of professions but not of jobs called "paraprofessional"? Market domination by a single producer What is a monopoly? A conglomerate PepsiCo, which includes Pepsi-Cola, Frito-Lay, Gatorade, Tropicana, and Quaker, is an example of Interlocking directorates One common way corporations in the United States are linked is through ______________ An oligopoly is and economic market dominated by a few producers Which of the following statements correctly defines oligopoly? Power The concept ________ refers to the ability to achieve desired ends despite resistance from others Traditional People who accept the way their society operates simple because it has always been that way reflects the operation of ____________ authority Patriarchy A social system in which men have political power over women is an example of Authority derived through rationality enacted laws What is rational-legal authority? Charismatic Members of a socially-marginal cult are likely following which type of authority Government spending is a somewhat smaller share of total economic output in the United States compared to other high-income countries Compared to other high-income nations. how does the size of government spending compare to overall economic output in the United States? African American women Which of the following categories of people in the United States is typically the most liberal on economic issues? Lobbyists Who or what do special-interest groups employs to work for them and advance their interests? Hispanic Americans Which category of people in the United States is least likely to vote? 47 percent favor the Democratic party; 40 percent favor the Republican party; 13 percent claim to be independent or favor some other party Which of the following statements best describes the party identification of U.S. adults? The Civil War The Unites States has participated in eleven large-scale wars. During which of those wars did almost half of all U.S. deaths in war occurs? To establish an outside scapegoat to blame for internal problems Why might a country go to war if social problems are internal? Deterrence The military principle of mutual assured destruction is an example of a policy called ______________ 4,000 About how many operational nuclear weapons exist in the world today? The military-industrial complex Which of the following concepts refers to the close relationships between government, defense contractos, and the military? Sets with similar termsChapter 12- 12.1, 12.2, 12.3, 12.4, 12.5, 12.630 terms avonleabelle sociology exam 1250 terms Audrakramer Sociology Chapter 1290 terms hdlewis1 Economics and Politics47 terms Belen_Gm Sets found in the same folderSociology Chapter 1123 terms Annalise76 Sociology Chapter 1330 terms Annalise76 Sociology Chapter 1430 terms Annalise76 Sociology Chapter 625 terms Annalise76 Other sets by this creatorChapter 16: MKTG 34729 terms Annalise76 MKTG 347: Test 257 terms Annalise76 MKTG 323 Test 3110 terms Annalise76 MKTG 323107 terms Annalise76 Verified questions
SOCIOLOGY According to conflict theorist, the power elite control many aspects of politics and society at large. A recent book examined the diversity of the power elite – how many women and minorities are in its membership. Discuss the extent to which you think women and minorities are represented in the power elite. Verified answer
SOCIOLOGY Which of the following is NOT one of the basic ways in which the culture of an industrial society defends itself in the face of deviance? a. People whose beliefs clash with those of industrial society are labeled deviants b. industrial society requires a willing workforce c. innovation is rewarded d. People who fail to show respect for authority are likely to be considered deviant Verified answer
SOCIOLOGY Both a sociologist and a psychologist would be interest in the ACT (achievement) and SAT (assessment) test scores of high school students. Consider how the scientific interest of the sociologist would differ from the similarities and contrast the differences. Verified answer
SOCIOLOGY A challenge that modern presidents face is leading their political party. issuing executive orders. recognizing foreign nations. granting pardons. Verified answer Other Quizlet setsUnit 1 Chapter 6 For Sienna Only <3 :)16 terms AJDogMaster_ English MOCA45 terms Kristen_Butler83TEACHER Bible Final Exam Review80 terms parkerrhughess Anatomy Lesson 6 - Anterior Femoral Muscles21 terms hanpat11 Related questionsQUESTION Which leadership style is most likely to create resentment and encourage either aggressive or apathetic behavior among group members? 3 answers QUESTION A young doctor fresh out of medical school, who looks for a position where he can work about twenty hours a week and make much less money than other doctors, might be: 14 answers QUESTION Gender images are especially important for sociologists to understand because gender serves as a primary basis for inequality, giving privileges and obligations to one group of people while denying them to others. 2 answers QUESTION According to Herring, companies typically welcome gender diversity policies since everyone benefits. 11 answers How has the Information Revolution changed the nature of work?How has the Information Revolution changed the nature of work and the economy? It has shifted the economy toward the production of knowledge and services. How could the Information Revolution affect urbanization? Cities might shrink because people can live anywhere and still work at the same job.
Which revolution shifted work away from the home and led to the large scale movement of people from rural areas into cities?The principal force driving America's move into cities was the Second Industrial Revolution. In the United States the industrial revolution came in two waves.
What are the effects of the Information Revolution in today's market?Because of information revolution advancements, information can now be transmitted in real time, meaning that there are no delays in worldwide distribution. As events unfold across the planet, people everywhere can have instant access to this information and thus adapt in various ways.
How does Information Revolution transform the society?At the same time, the information revolution empowers individuals and enables despots to manipulate modern communications for their personal ambitions. Free economies and societies are also open to electronic attacks on their communication networks and computer systems.
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