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All of the following have been used as racial categories EXCEPT?
What is a category of people who share inherited physical characteristics?
race
What term describes the set of cultural characteristics that distinguishes one group from another?
ethnicity
It is easy to classify people into clear-cut racial categories.
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What is a group of people who are singled out and treated unequally because of their physical characteristics or cultural practices?
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A _____________ is a group of people who because of their physical characteristics are singled out and unequally treated.
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Who are people that have a common cultural background and a common sense of identity?
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Problem solving helps weigh the pros and cons of a situation.
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What is the term for the set of cultural characteristics that distinguishes one group from another group?
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According to the definitions presented, which term encompasses details about physical features?
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A(n) _____ can be defined as a group of people who are singled out and treated unequally because of physical characteristics or cultural practices.
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All of the following are physical characteristics used to determine race except?
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Racial stratification is almost extinct, thanks to reform attempts.
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Which of the following is not considered to be an ethnic group?
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There are no biologically pure races.
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Sociologists define the term race as a category of people who share inherited physical characteristics.
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What is the first step in problem solving?
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Ethnicity and race are two words that mean the same thing.
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The dominant group is the victim of unequal treatment at the hands of the minority group.
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Sociologists are concerned with the reactions of people to certain physical characteristics and how these reactions affect individuals in society.
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Study Notes
Racial Categories
- Racial categories often include Caucasoid, Mongoloid, and Negroid; Indianoid is not commonly recognized.
- There are no biologically pure races, emphasizing that race is a social construct rather than a strictly biological fact.
Definitions
- Race: A category of people defined by inherited physical characteristics perceived as distinct.
- Ethnicity: The cultural characteristics that differentiate one group from another, including traditions, language, and cultural identity.
Minority Groups
- A minority group consists of people singled out and treated unequally based on physical attributes or cultural practices.
- Racial stratification persists, contrary to the belief that reform has eradicated it.
Misconceptions
- Classifying individuals into clear-cut racial categories is challenging and often misleading.
- Ethnicity and race are distinct concepts; the former relates to cultural identity, while the latter pertains to physical traits.
Problem Solving
- The initial step in problem-solving is identifying the problem, followed by gathering information and weighing options.
- Problem-solving skills help evaluate the pros and cons effectively.
Physical Characteristics
- Characteristics like skin color, hair texture, and body structure are used to classify race, but eye color is not considered a primary factor.
- Sociologists study the societal reactions to physical characteristics and their impact on individuals within social structures.
Social Dynamics
- The dominant group typically is not subjected to unequal treatment by minority groups.
- Ethnic groups comprise individuals with shared cultural backgrounds and identities, contrasting with racial classifications.
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