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dbose

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Which of these statements about social mobility in the U.S. is true?
 
  a. Social mobility is most influenced by the characteristics of individuals.
 b. Being born into a particular generation may significantly influence chances for social mobility.
 c. Social mobility within the U.S. is virtually impossible.
 d. Most people remain in the same social class as their parents.

Question 2

Regarding commuter marriages the text notes that:
 
  a. commuter marriages are among the most affluent types of families.
  b. transportation costs have resulted in a significant decrease in commuter marriages.
  c. many poor and working class couples have commuter marriages that do not fit the common stereotype ofthe commuting professional couple.
 d. despite the stereotype, this type of marriage is still very rare.


dajones82

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

c


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