During Adolescence,the Use of Substances Is Higher Among Whites Than

question 10

Multiple Choice

During adolescence,the use of substances is higher among Whites than among African Americans,but the pattern reverses in adulthood (higher use among African Americans) .This differential pattern reverses with suicide rates.For White males,suicide rates rise through adulthood;for Black males,suicide rates peak in early adulthood and then drop.What sociological term defines these patterns?

• A)Minority dilemma
• B)Crossover effect
• C)Subculture divide
• D)Racial paradox

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Definitions:

Ratio

A numerical ratio representing how often one number can be divided by another, showing either how many times one is included in the other or vice versa.

Partnership Interest

Ownership share or participation in a partnership that usually entitles the holder to a proportion of the partnership's profits and assets.

Capital Contributions

The funds or assets initially invested in a business or partnership by its owners or partners.

Ratio

A relationship in numbers expressing the frequency with which one value encompasses or is encompassed by another.