According to C

question 84

Multiple Choice

According to C. Wright Mills, a small and unified group of people occupy the highest positions of the major economic, political, and military institutions and exercise tremendous influence in American social life. What does he call this group?

• A) the power elite
• B) a variety of organizations and institutions that represent different interest groups
• C) political action committees that raise money and advocate on behalf of their donors
• D) the media

Understand the concept of rationalization and its impact on society.

Define and provide examples of subcultures, explaining their significance within a larger culture.

Explain the importance of beliefs in shaping cultures, with examples from Canadian culture.

Describe the evolution and sociological significance of hip-hop music.

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Definitions:

Value-neutral

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Empirical Research

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Full Equality

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Feminist Psychologists

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