DSST Social Sciences 5

Question 1

Which concept in sociology refers to the advantages that individuals gain simply by belonging to a dominant social group?

Accepted Answer

Social privilege

Answer

Social privilege refers to unearned advantages that members of dominant groups receive due to their race, gender, class, or other social characteristics.

Question 2

The Monroe Doctrine (1823) established the U.S. policy of:

Accepted Answer

Opposing European colonization and intervention in the Americas

Answer

The Monroe Doctrine declared that the Western Hemisphere was closed to further European colonization and that U.S. intervention would follow any European attempts at expansion in the Americas.

Question 3

In research methodology, 'validity' refers to:

Accepted Answer

The degree to which a measurement actually measures what it claims to measure

Answer

Validity measures whether a research instrument or method accurately captures the concept it is intended to measure, distinguishing it from reliability (consistency).

Question 4

Which theory of international relations argues that states are the primary actors and that they compete for power in an anarchic system?

Accepted Answer

Realism

Answer

Realism holds that states are rational, self-interested actors operating in an anarchic international system where power and security are the primary concerns.

Question 5

The concept of 'supply-side economics' advocates for:

Accepted Answer

Tax cuts for businesses and investors to stimulate economic growth

Answer

Supply-side economics holds that reducing taxes and regulation on businesses and high-income earners will stimulate investment, production, and economic growth.

DSST - DANTES Subject Standardized Tests Practice Test

DSST - DANTES Subject Standardized Tests Practice Test

DSST Social Sciences 5