Author Question: Explain the sociological definition of minority and how it differs from the popular or commonsense ... (Read 45 times)

khang · **on:** Jul 1, 2018

Explain the sociological definition of minority and how it differs from the popular or commonsense definition.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

According to Nolan and Lenski, the key to societal survival is the accumulation of ____.

a. capital
b. surplus food
c. information
d. cultural artifacts
e. power

ilianabrrr · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 1, 2018

Answer to Question 1

In sociological terms, minority does not necessarily mean a group that is smaller numerically. Minority groups are groups with less power in society, who share a common characteristic, and have a sense of shared identity among themselves. Women and blacks in the former South Africa are examples of numerically larger minority groups.

Answer to Question 2

C