Which of the Following Is the Study of How a Society

question 151

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the study of how a society uses scarce resources to produce and distribute goods and services?

• A) finance
• B) acculturation
• C) economics
• D) marketing

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Definitions:

Aspirations

Hopes or ambitions of achieving something.

Merton

Robert K. Merton, an influential sociologist known for developing theories such as the strain theory which explains social structures and their effects on individuals.

Sutherland's Theory

A criminology theory, also known as Differential Association Theory, which posits that criminal behavior is learned through social interactions with others.

Deterrence Doctrine

A theory that argues that the threat of punishment can prevent people from committing crimes.