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SOCI 345 (UofC) Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2024/2025 | 100% Pass What is the sociological importance of understanding "social capital" in the study of inequality? Social capital refers to networks, relationships, and trust within communities, which can provide access to resource...

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SOCI 345 (UofC) Questions and Answers
| Latest Version | 2024/2025 | 100% Pass
What is the sociological importance of understanding "social capital" in the study of inequality?


✔✔Social capital refers to networks, relationships, and trust within communities, which can

provide access to resources and opportunities, contributing to or mitigating inequality.




What is the relationship between economic inequality and health outcomes according to

sociologists?


✔✔Sociologists argue that higher levels of economic inequality lead to worse health outcomes,

as unequal access to resources affects living conditions, healthcare, and lifestyle choices.




How does “global stratification” affect global social inequalities?


✔✔Global stratification refers to the hierarchical arrangement of nations based on wealth,

power, and resources, leading to inequalities between countries and global citizens.




How do the concepts of “social class” and “status” differ in sociological analysis?


✔✔Social class refers to one’s economic position in society, while status pertains to one’s social

prestige or the respect accorded to their position in society.




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,What is the role of labor unions in addressing social inequality?


✔✔Labor unions work to improve wages, working conditions, and benefits for workers, thereby

reducing economic inequalities in the workplace.




What does "intersectional feminism" focus on in terms of social inequality?


✔✔Intersectional feminism focuses on the interconnectedness of gender, race, class, and other

identities in shaping the experiences of women, particularly those from marginalized groups.




How does the concept of “neoliberalism” relate to social inequality?


✔✔Neoliberalism emphasizes free-market capitalism, deregulation, and reduced social welfare,

often exacerbating social inequalities by favoring the wealthy and diminishing support for

disadvantaged groups.




What is the primary focus of sociological research in understanding social inequalities?


✔✔To examine how different social groups experience power, privilege, and access to resources

differently.




How does conflict theory explain the existence of social inequality?




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,✔✔It argues that social inequality is a result of power struggles and exploitation between

different groups.




In the context of social stratification, what does the term "intersectionality" refer to?


✔✔The interconnected nature of social categories such as race, class, gender, and how they

influence a person’s experiences and opportunities.




How does Weber’s concept of social class differ from Marx’s theory of class?


✔✔Weber saw social class as a multidimensional construct that includes economic, social, and

political factors, while Marx focused primarily on economic relations and class struggle.




What is the role of education in reinforcing social inequality according to functionalist theory?


✔✔Education is seen as a mechanism to sort individuals into appropriate roles in society, often

reinforcing existing class divisions.




According to symbolic interactionism, how does daily life contribute to social inequality?


✔✔It suggests that individuals’ interactions and the meanings they attach to social symbols

contribute to maintaining and perpetuating social inequalities.




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, What is meant by the term “cultural capital” in understanding social mobility?


✔✔Cultural capital refers to non-economic assets such as education, skills, and cultural

knowledge that can affect an individual’s social mobility.




How does the concept of "social mobility" relate to the idea of meritocracy?


✔✔Social mobility in a meritocracy is based on individual abilities and achievements,

suggesting that people can move up or down the social ladder based on their talents and hard

work.




What is the difference between "absolute poverty" and "relative poverty"?


✔✔Absolute poverty refers to a condition where individuals cannot meet basic survival needs,

while relative poverty is defined in comparison to the standard of living in a society.




In what ways do gender norms contribute to social inequality?


✔✔Gender norms define expectations for behavior and roles, often placing women and

marginalized genders in subordinate positions and limiting their opportunities.




What role does media play in shaping public perceptions of social inequality?




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