Sociologists Develop Theories to Explain Why, in Nearly All Societies

question 58

Multiple Choice

Sociologists develop theories to explain why, in nearly all societies:

• A) men dominate women
• B) aggression is abhorred, yet no one can stop it
• C) there is movement toward gender equality, but it is very slow
• D) feminist movements have tried to draw attention to female subordination

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