Sociologist Devah Pager Studied How the Background of a Job

question 58

Multiple Choice

Sociologist Devah Pager studied how the background of a job applicant can affect the likelihood of being called back for an interview. This is a good example of which research method?

• A) Observation
• B) Secondary analysis
• C) Survey
• D) Sociological experiment

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Definitions:

Average Costs

The total costs divided by the total output produced, a measure of cost efficiency for production.

Social Welfare

A concept concerning the well-being, health, and economic security of society as a whole.

Synergies

The increased effectiveness or efficiencies created when two or more elements or companies work together.

Public Ownership

The ownership of industries and assets by the government or state, as opposed to private individuals or corporations.