What Might a Sociologist Say About People's Selection of Marriage

question 152

Multiple Choice

What might a sociologist say about people's selection of marriage partners?

• A)People marry because they fall in love.
• B)When it comes to romance,it is all a matter of personal taste.
• C)Typically,a person marries someone of similar social position.
• D)When it comes to love,opposites attract.

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Definitions:

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