In Those Parts of Equatorial Africa Where the Malaria Parasite

question 27

Multiple Choice

In those parts of equatorial Africa where the malaria parasite is most common, the sickle-cell allele constitutes 20% of the β haemoglobin alleles in the human gene pool.
In the United States, the parasite that causes malaria is not present, but it is present in African-Americans whose ancestors were from equatorial Africa. What should be happening to the sickle-cell allele in the United States, and what should be happening to it in equatorial Africa?

• A) stabilising selection; disruptive selection
• B) disruptive selection; stabilising selection
• C) directional selection; disruptive selection
• D) directional selection; stabilising selection

Explore the concept of social contract by Rousseau and its implications for the need for government.

Understand the implications of Enlightenment thinking on challenging existing power structures.

Describe the significance of conservative reactions to classical sociological theories.

Define and analyze the concept of social facts and their application in sociological inquiry.

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Definitions:

Proposition

A unit of meaning that is made up of concepts and expresses a single idea.

Mental Set

A cognitive framework or mindset that influences how a person approaches and solves problems, often based on past experiences and perceptions.

New Problems

Issues or challenges that have not been previously encountered or recognized.

Confirmation Bias

The tendency to interpret new evidence as confirmation of one's existing beliefs or theories.