Intro To Soc Final Test Study Guide

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What are white collar crimes?

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White collar crimes are non-violent crimes committed for financial gain, typically involving deceit and are often perpetrated by individuals in business or professional settings.

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What percentage of the labor force in Mexico is constituted by women?

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48 percent

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What does conformity mean in the context of social psychology?

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Conformity refers to the act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms, often by going along with peers.

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What percentage of all income does the most affluent 10 percent receive in at least 22 nations?

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At least 40 percent.

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What are global factories?

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Global factories are manufacturing facilities located in developing countries that are operated by multinational corporations.

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Define consumer fraud.

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Consumer fraud involves deceptive practices aimed at securing an unfair or unlawful gain from consumers.

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What is bribery?

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Bribery is the act of giving or receiving something of value to influence the actions of an official or other person in charge.

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What is income tax evasion?

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Income tax evasion is the illegal act of not paying taxes owed to the government by underreporting income or inflating deductions.

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What is the significance of Stanley Milgram's experiments?

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Milgram's experiments demonstrated the extent to which individuals are willing to obey authority figures, even when it conflicts with their personal conscience.

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What is the role of multinational corporations in developing countries?

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Multinational corporations often establish factories in developing countries to take advantage of lower labor costs and access to new markets.