The major characteristic of postindustrial society is:
a. a guaranteed minimum income
b. intellectual technology
c. machine technology
d. the absence of conflict
Question 2Sexual dimorphism includes all of the following except
a. physical differences
b. gender specific clothing
c. cultural norms of dress and make-up
d. intelligence
Question 3Which of the following terms is used by Daniel Bell to refer to a society that emphasizes theoretical knowledge as the axis around which new technology, economic growth, and stratification will be organized?
a. global society
b. postindustrial society
c. socialist society
d. urban-industrial society
Question 4Secondary sex characteristics include all of the following EXCEPT
a. breasts
b. body hair
c. body size and strength
d. genitals
Question 5Which of the following is NOT a basic human right under welfare capitalism?
a. a guaranteed minimum income
b. a minimum level of health care
c. Social Security and pension rights
d. the right to engage in collective bargaining
Question 6Male and female genitals are referred to as
a. secondary sex characteristics
b. primary sex characteristics
c. genitalia characteristics
d. sexual distinctions
Question 7John Davis believes that markets should determine what goods will be produced but also that the government should take a strong role in preventing unfair competition. Davis is advocating an economic philosophy known as:
a. democratic socialism
b. laissez-faire capitalism
c. socialism
d. welfare capitalism
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