What Does the Sociologist Randall Collins Recommend to Reform the American

question 79

Multiple Choice

What does the sociologist Randall Collins recommend to reform the American educational system?

• A) The first two years of college should be combined with high school to make the transition easier.
• B) High schools should be funded by the federal government so poor areas do not have poorly funded schools.
• C) It should be illegal for employers to ask about educational credentials.
• D) Standardized test scores should not be asked for on college applications.

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