Litter May Not Be the Most Pressing Problem Facing Our

question 81

Multiple Choice

Litter may not be the most pressing problem facing our society, but many people still wish that our streets and parks had less trash strewn about. However, it is difficult to convince people to clean these public areas, a problem that sociologists would call:

• A) a public goods dilemma.
• B) the tragedy of the commons.
• C) resource mobilization theory.
• D) community policing.
• E) an emergent social movement.

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Definitions:

Agents of Socialization

The individuals, groups, and institutions that contribute to the socialization process, teaching individuals the norms, values, and practices of a society.

Nature Versus Nurture

The debate concerning the relative importance of an individual's innate qualities versus personal experiences in determining or causing differences in physical and behavioral traits.

Gender

is a social construct that encompasses a range of identities, expressions, and roles based on social and cultural expectations, rather than strictly on biological differences.

Means Tested Programs

Governmental assistance programs that are available only to individuals or families whose incomes fall below a certain level.