The sociological perspective helps us to assess the truth of the common sense beliefs most people tend to take for granted.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 2Based on the research by Barbara Ehrenreich, who tried to live by working at low-wage jobs, we would expect most people in such jobs to be able to move ahead to better paying work.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 3The sociological perspective highlights how society benefits only the most privileged people.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 4Sociological research may be interesting, but it is of little use in shaping public policy, including legislation.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 5Sociology is useful training for any job that involves working with people.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 6In the United States, white people have a lower suicide rate than Hispanics.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 7People with lower social standing are usually more likely to see the world from a sociological perspective than people who are well off.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.