The Class Reptilia Is a Group of Species That Share

question 70

Multiple Choice

The class Reptilia is a group of species that share a common ancestor and some, but not all of its descendants. It is therefore considered ____.

• A) monophyletic
• B) polyphyletic
• C) paraphyletic
• D) an outgroup
• E) a domain

Analyze the critiques and limitations of systems theory and structural functionalism.

Understand the concepts of teleology and tautology in the context of sociological theories.

Recognize the role of prestige and positions in societal structures and stratification.

Identify the criticisms of functionalist explanations of inequality regarding the perpetuation of social hierarchy.

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Definitions:

Co-action Effect

A phenomenon where the presence of others engaged in the same task can improve individual performance.

Social Facilitation

The tendency for people to perform differently when in the presence of others than when alone, typically improving on well-practiced tasks.

Achievement Motivation

Factors that move people to seek success in academic settings.

Social Loafing

The tendency of individuals to exert less effort on a task when working in a group than when working alone.