Luke Has Just Received a Stern Lecture from His Mother

question 143

Multiple Choice

Luke has just received a stern lecture from his mother about his lack of motivation.This is an example of a:

• A)value reinforcement
• B)positive sanction
• C)norm violation
• D)negative sanction

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Definitions:

Tracking

Grouping, or stratifying, students in school on the basis of ability test scores.

Lower Tracks

Educational paths or course sequences in secondary schooling that are typically designed for students achieving below the average level, often criticized for reinforcing social inequalities.

Academic Performance

The extent to which a student has achieved their short or long-term educational goals.

Conflict Perspective

A sociological approach that emphasizes the role of power, competition, and inequality in society, often resulting in societal change.