Author Question: Define master status and give two examples. What will be an ideal ... (Read 104 times)

Deast7027 · **on:** Jul 1, 2018

Define master status and give two examples.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Which of the following statements about the black family is NOT correct?

a. Black families have a higher poverty rate than white families.
b. Government programs have been successful in eliminating poverty among black families.
c. Over half of all black families are headed by single women.
d. The average income of black families is below that of white families.

momo1250 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 1, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A master status is defined as a status that takes precedence over all of an individual's other statuses. It largely determines his/her social identity. Examples are race or gender.

Answer to Question 2

B