Intro to Sociology

8 important questions on Intro to Sociology

In Gerhard Lensk's view, societal organization is highly dependent on its level of

Technology

Formal organizations may vary in

degree of efficiency, specificity of goals, size

According to the classical theory of formal organizations, workers are motivated almost entirely by

Financial rewards
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Which of the following terms are used by sociologists to refer to print and electronic means of communication that carry messages to widespread audiences?

Mass media

The function of media advertising is to support the economy, provide information about products and underwrite media costs associated with

Motion of consumption

People ignoring credible warnings about terrorist attacks due to the massive amounts of coverage in the aftermath of September 11, 2001, is an example of

Narcotizing effect

George is the executive producer of a small recording company with an established label. He rejects a popular local band because is competes with a group already on their label. He functions as

Gatekeeping

What is the term used for the set of cultural beliefs and practices that helps to maintain powerful social, economic, and political interests?

Dominant ideology

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