When Group Differences Are Created by the Social Structure of Society

question 95

Multiple Choice

When group differences are created by the social structure of society, sociologists refer to this as _.

• A) social institutions
• B) critical distance
• C) diversity
• D) in-groups and out-groups

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Definitions:

Sherman Antitrust Act

U.S. legislation passed in 1890 aimed at promoting fair competition for the benefit of consumers, by prohibiting monopolies and other activities that restrict trade.

Monopolize

The action or condition where a single company or entity gains exclusive control over a market, commodity, or service, often hindering competition.

Restraint of Trade

Practices that reduce competition or restrict trade, often illegal under antitrust laws designed to promote fair competition for the benefit of consumers.

Clayton Act

A U.S. antitrust law aimed at increasing economic competition and preventing anti-competitive practices in their incipiency.