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Which of the following best describes what constitutes an 'issue'?
Which of the following best describes what constitutes an 'issue'?
- A universally accepted fact with no room for debate.
- A subject or topic that people discuss or argue about. (correct)
- A personal preference that does not affect others.
- A topic of agreement among individuals.
Which type of issue directly pertains to an individual's core principles and subjective understandings?
Which type of issue directly pertains to an individual's core principles and subjective understandings?
- Political issue
- Moral issue (correct)
- Social issue
- Economic issue
Land pollution's adverse effects on public health can be categorized under which type(s) of issue?
Land pollution's adverse effects on public health can be categorized under which type(s) of issue?
- Neither social nor economic issue
- Only economic issue
- Only social issue
- Both economic and social issues (correct)
A government initiative to establish free rehabilitation centers for individuals struggling with drug dependency addresses which type(s) of issues?
A government initiative to establish free rehabilitation centers for individuals struggling with drug dependency addresses which type(s) of issues?
How is 'depression' classified as a type of issue?
How is 'depression' classified as a type of issue?
What is the primary characteristic of a social issue concerning its impact on the public?
What is the primary characteristic of a social issue concerning its impact on the public?
If an issue is categorized as 'moral,' what aspect of human life does it most closely involve?
If an issue is categorized as 'moral,' what aspect of human life does it most closely involve?
What areas are primarily addressed when discussing 'economic issues'?
What areas are primarily addressed when discussing 'economic issues'?
Lack of stable housing and essential resources is categorized under which type(s) of issue?
Lack of stable housing and essential resources is categorized under which type(s) of issue?
Mistreatment of animals is considered as a primary example of which type of issue?
Mistreatment of animals is considered as a primary example of which type of issue?
What type(s) of issue does biased actions against individuals based on their ethnic background represent?
What type(s) of issue does biased actions against individuals based on their ethnic background represent?
A high percentage of people without jobs or sources of income can be best categorized as?
A high percentage of people without jobs or sources of income can be best categorized as?
Which type(s) of issue revolve around dishonest or illegal behavior, especially by people in power, affecting society, ethics, and financial systems?
Which type(s) of issue revolve around dishonest or illegal behavior, especially by people in power, affecting society, ethics, and financial systems?
What must occur for a society to define a situation as a social problem or issue?
What must occur for a society to define a situation as a social problem or issue?
Which of the following conditions determines if a situation is considered a social problem?
Which of the following conditions determines if a situation is considered a social problem?
How can a social problem be effectively addressed and potentially corrected or reduced?
How can a social problem be effectively addressed and potentially corrected or reduced?
If a town is facing increased crime rates due to lack of job opportunities what kind of issue is it?
If a town is facing increased crime rates due to lack of job opportunities what kind of issue is it?
A country facing hyperinflation is dealing with which of the following?
A country facing hyperinflation is dealing with which of the following?
A situation where a company pollutes a river, affecting the health and livelihood of local communities, would qualify as:
A situation where a company pollutes a river, affecting the health and livelihood of local communities, would qualify as:
Public debates regarding same-sex marriage are primarily related to which type(s) of issues?
Public debates regarding same-sex marriage are primarily related to which type(s) of issues?
A nation with a skewed distribution of wealth, where a small percentage of the population controls a vast majority of the resources, is primarily facing:
A nation with a skewed distribution of wealth, where a small percentage of the population controls a vast majority of the resources, is primarily facing:
If a country's culture systemically favors one gender over another, creating unequal opportunities, it is facing:
If a country's culture systemically favors one gender over another, creating unequal opportunities, it is facing:
When a government official uses public funds for personal enrichment, this act can be categorized under:
When a government official uses public funds for personal enrichment, this act can be categorized under:
Which of the following is the BEST approach to reduce biases and solve global issues?
Which of the following is the BEST approach to reduce biases and solve global issues?
Why is it essential for a society to recognize a situation as a problem?
Why is it essential for a society to recognize a situation as a problem?
Flashcards
What is an issue?
What is an issue?
Subjects or topics that people discuss or argue about.
What is a social issue?
What is a social issue?
Problems that impact large groups within society, often related to inequality, discrimination, or societal change.
What is a moral issue?
What is a moral issue?
Concerns the internal values, beliefs, feelings, and learning that are often subjective and concern yourself.
What is an economic issue?
What is an economic issue?
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What is Pollution?
What is Pollution?
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What is Drug Addiction?
What is Drug Addiction?
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What is depression?
What is depression?
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What is homelessness?
What is homelessness?
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Animal cruelty
Animal cruelty
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Racism
Racism
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What is Unemployment?
What is Unemployment?
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What is corruption/bribery?
What is corruption/bribery?
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What is step 1 of Characterizing Social Problem
What is step 1 of Characterizing Social Problem
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What is step 2 of Characterizing Social Problem
What is step 2 of Characterizing Social Problem
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What is step 3 of Characterizing Social Problem
What is step 3 of Characterizing Social Problem
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Study Notes
- An issue is a subject or topic that people discuss or argue about
Types of Issues
- Social
- Moral
- Economic
Social Issues
- Problems that impact large groups within society
- Often related to inequality, discrimination, or societal change
- Examples include overpopulation, gender inequality, poverty, and homelessness
Moral Issues
- Concerns the internal, subjective values, beliefs, feelings, and learnings
- Concerns discovering one's own morality
- Examples include corruption, prostitution, and physical and mental abuses
Economic Issues
- Revolves around the management of resources, wealth, and economic systems
- Examples include prospects for growth, inflation, energy and environment, labor issues, and emerging markets
Examples of Issues
- Pollution is an economic or social issue, land pollution affects peoples health negatively
- Drug addiction is a social and moral issue, governments must create free rehabilitation facilities
- Depression is a mood disorder of persistent sadness and loss of interest and is a social issue
- Homelessness is a social and economic issue
- Cruelty to animals is a moral issue
- Racism is a social and moral issue
- Unemployment is an economic issue
- Corruption/bribery is a social, moral, and economic issue
Factors Characterizing a Social Problem or Issue
- Society must recognize the situation as a problem
- The situation goes against the general values accepted by society
- The problem can be rectified or alleviated through the joint action of citizens and/or community services
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