A sense of deprivation based on some standard used by the individual who feels deprived is called _____________.
A. systemic deprivation
B. relative deprivation
C. economic deprivation
D. cultural deprivation
Since 1960, the proportion of workers who are members of unions has increased.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
When unemployment is high for particular groups but not others it is called discriminatory unemployment.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
For every 1 person killed by a firearm, _____ are wounded.
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
The unemployment rate is the proportion of the labor force that is not working but is available for work and has made specific efforts to find work.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The term unemployed refers to working full time for poverty wages, working part time when full-time work is desired, or working at a job below the worker's skill level.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
When executives down size an organization causing thousands of people to lose their job, many times the executive is rewarded with bonuses for saving the company money.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
In 2011, what percentage of American homes had guns?
A. 15
B. 25
C. 35
D. 45
Work can have a negative impact on both the emotional and the physical well-being of workers.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Why is Dr. Barnett Slepian important to the study of violence?
A. he was mugged by a group of Latin Kings on the New York subway
B. he developed many theories of juvenile delinquency
C. he was the seventh physician killed by the antiabortion movement
D. he was the author of a report called Violence in America
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