Normative Statements Are

question 40

Multiple Choice

Normative statements are:

• A)descriptive, making a claim about how the world is
• B)statements about the normal condition of the world
• C)prescriptive, making a claim about how the world ought to be
• D)statements which establish production goals for the economy

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Definitions:

Upper Class

refers to the highest socioeconomic group in a society, characterized by substantial wealth, influence, and privilege.

Symbolic Interactionism

A theoretical framework in sociology that emphasizes the role of symbols and language in the construction of social reality through interactions.

Stratification

A concept in sociology that describes the classification of people into different groups based on various factors such as wealth, power, and prestige.

Max Weber

A German sociologist, philosopher, and political economist known for his theories on the process of rationalization and his study of bureaucracy, authority, and religion's role in society.