Which Term Refers to the Decline of Industrial Production That

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which term refers to the decline of industrial production that occurred in the United States after about 1950?

• A)the global economy
• B)the Information Revolution
• C)deindustrialization
• D)the computer revolution

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Definitions:

Social Fact

Elements such as norms, values, and structures that exist external to the individual and exert influence over them, as defined by sociologist Émile Durkheim.

Émile Durkheim

A founding figure in sociology known for his work on social cohesion, collective conscience, and the study of social facts as phenomena external to individuals.

Collective Conscience

A set of shared beliefs, ideas, and moral attitudes which operate as a unifying force within society.

Mechanical Solidarity

A form of social cohesion in traditional societies where unity comes from individuals performing similar tasks and sharing values, traditions, and beliefs.