The Establishment of New Colleges and Universities in the Years

question 45

Multiple Choice

The establishment of new colleges and universities in the years following the Black Death

• A)greatly weakened the international nature of medieval culture.
• B)resulted in universities that were generally similar to the internationally oriented earlier universities.
• C)enhanced the role of the papacy in European affairs.
• D)led to the foundation of the Dominican and Franciscan orders.

Understand the basic concepts of consumer demand and utility functions.

Recognize the difference between normal goods, inferior goods, and luxury goods based on income elasticities.

Distinguish between substitution and income effects when there is a change in income or prices.

Identify the properties of various types of goods and their demand curves (e.g., Giffen goods, substitutes).

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Definitions:

Blau

Refers to Peter Blau, a notable sociologist known for his contributions to the study of social structure and interpersonal dynamics.

High-Class Standing

Refers to individuals or groups holding a position of superior social status, often associated with wealth, education, and power.

Inheritance

The process by which possessions, titles, debts, rights, and obligations are passed from one generation to the next, often upon the death of an individual.

Functional Theory

A sociological perspective that examines society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability, focusing on social functions and contributions.