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asmith134

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Based on British social theorist Herbert Spencer's theory, __________ is the belief that those species of animals, including human beings, that are the most adapted to their environment will survive and prosper, whereas those that are poorly adapted will eventually die out.
 
  a. social Darwinism
 b. social eugenics
 c. social statics and dynamics
 d. social relativism

Question 2

In her work, sociologist Harriet Martineau was a strong advocate for_____________.
 
  a. building a stronger middle class
 b. the importance of cultural relativism
 c. recognizing the forces for stability and change in society
 d. social equality and reform



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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

d



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