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Social Networks and Social Inequality: Exploring the Disparities

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of the relationship between social networks and social inequality. It explores how social networks can contribute to and perpetuate disparities in various aspects of life, including economic opportunities, access to resources, and social mobility.
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of social networks that can contribute to social inequality?

  1. Homophily

  2. Structural holes

  3. Social closure

  4. Weak ties

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Weak ties are connections between individuals who are not closely related or frequently interacting. They are often seen as beneficial for social mobility and access to diverse resources, as they can bridge social divides and provide access to new opportunities.

The concept of 'social closure' refers to:

  1. The tendency of individuals to form social ties with others who are similar to them.

  2. The process by which social networks become more exclusive and impermeable to outsiders.

  3. The phenomenon of individuals occupying multiple positions in a social network.

  4. The strength and durability of social ties between individuals.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Social closure occurs when members of a social network use their positions and resources to exclude others from joining or participating in the network. This can lead to the concentration of resources and opportunities within a closed group, exacerbating social inequality.

Which of the following is an example of how social networks can contribute to economic inequality?

  1. Individuals with strong social ties are more likely to find employment opportunities.

  2. Social networks can provide access to financial resources and investment opportunities.

  3. Social networks can facilitate the exchange of information and resources that can lead to business success.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social networks can contribute to economic inequality in various ways. Strong social ties can provide access to job opportunities, financial resources, and valuable information. Social networks can also facilitate the exchange of resources and knowledge that can lead to business success.

The concept of 'structural holes' in social networks refers to:

  1. Positions in a social network that are occupied by individuals who have many connections to others.

  2. Positions in a social network that are occupied by individuals who have few connections to others.

  3. Positions in a social network that are occupied by individuals who have connections to individuals who are not connected to each other.

  4. Positions in a social network that are occupied by individuals who have connections to individuals who are all connected to each other.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Structural holes are positions in a social network that are occupied by individuals who have connections to individuals who are not connected to each other. These positions can provide access to diverse information and resources, and can be advantageous for social mobility and innovation.

Which of the following is an example of how social networks can contribute to social mobility?

  1. Individuals with strong social ties are more likely to find employment opportunities.

  2. Social networks can provide access to educational resources and opportunities.

  3. Social networks can facilitate the exchange of information and resources that can lead to career advancement.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social networks can contribute to social mobility in various ways. Strong social ties can provide access to job opportunities, educational resources, and valuable information. Social networks can also facilitate the exchange of resources and knowledge that can lead to career advancement.

The concept of 'homophily' in social networks refers to:

  1. The tendency of individuals to form social ties with others who are similar to them.

  2. The process by which social networks become more exclusive and impermeable to outsiders.

  3. The phenomenon of individuals occupying multiple positions in a social network.

  4. The strength and durability of social ties between individuals.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Homophily is the tendency of individuals to form social ties with others who are similar to them in terms of characteristics such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or values. This can lead to the formation of social groups that are relatively homogeneous and can contribute to social inequality.

Which of the following is an example of how social networks can contribute to health disparities?

  1. Individuals with strong social ties are more likely to engage in healthy behaviors.

  2. Social networks can provide access to information and resources that can promote health.

  3. Social networks can facilitate the spread of health-related behaviors and norms.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social networks can contribute to health disparities in various ways. Strong social ties can promote healthy behaviors and provide access to information and resources that can improve health. Social networks can also facilitate the spread of health-related behaviors and norms, both positive and negative.

The concept of 'social capital' in social networks refers to:

  1. The value of social ties and relationships in terms of their potential to generate economic or social benefits.

  2. The ability of individuals to mobilize their social ties and resources to achieve their goals.

  3. The strength and durability of social ties between individuals.

  4. The size and composition of a social network.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social capital refers to the value of social ties and relationships in terms of their potential to generate economic or social benefits. It encompasses the resources and opportunities that individuals can access through their social networks.

Which of the following is an example of how social networks can contribute to educational inequality?

  1. Individuals with strong social ties are more likely to have access to quality educational resources.

  2. Social networks can provide access to information and resources that can support educational attainment.

  3. Social networks can facilitate the exchange of knowledge and experiences that can enhance educational outcomes.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social networks can contribute to educational inequality in various ways. Strong social ties can provide access to quality educational resources, information, and support. Social networks can also facilitate the exchange of knowledge and experiences that can enhance educational outcomes.

The concept of 'network closure' in social networks refers to:

  1. The tendency of individuals to form social ties with others who are similar to them.

  2. The process by which social networks become more exclusive and impermeable to outsiders.

  3. The phenomenon of individuals occupying multiple positions in a social network.

  4. The strength and durability of social ties between individuals.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Network closure refers to the process by which social networks become more exclusive and impermeable to outsiders. This can occur through various mechanisms, such as the formation of cliques, the exclusion of certain individuals or groups, or the imposition of barriers to entry.

Which of the following is an example of how social networks can contribute to political inequality?

  1. Individuals with strong social ties are more likely to participate in political activities.

  2. Social networks can provide access to information and resources that can influence political outcomes.

  3. Social networks can facilitate the mobilization of individuals and groups for political action.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social networks can contribute to political inequality in various ways. Strong social ties can encourage political participation and provide access to information and resources that can influence political outcomes. Social networks can also facilitate the mobilization of individuals and groups for political action.

The concept of 'bridging ties' in social networks refers to:

  1. Connections between individuals who are similar to each other in terms of social characteristics.

  2. Connections between individuals who are different from each other in terms of social characteristics.

  3. Connections between individuals who occupy different positions in a social network.

  4. Connections between individuals who have strong and durable social ties.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bridging ties are connections between individuals who are different from each other in terms of social characteristics, such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or values. These ties can provide access to diverse information, resources, and opportunities, and can contribute to social mobility and innovation.

Which of the following is an example of how social networks can contribute to environmental inequality?

  1. Individuals with strong social ties are more likely to engage in environmentally sustainable behaviors.

  2. Social networks can provide access to information and resources that can promote environmental sustainability.

  3. Social networks can facilitate the spread of environmentally sustainable behaviors and norms.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social networks can contribute to environmental inequality in various ways. Strong social ties can encourage environmentally sustainable behaviors and provide access to information and resources that can promote sustainability. Social networks can also facilitate the spread of environmentally sustainable behaviors and norms.

The concept of 'social stratification' in social networks refers to:

  1. The hierarchical arrangement of individuals and groups in a social network based on their social status.

  2. The process by which social networks become more exclusive and impermeable to outsiders.

  3. The phenomenon of individuals occupying multiple positions in a social network.

  4. The strength and durability of social ties between individuals.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social stratification in social networks refers to the hierarchical arrangement of individuals and groups based on their social status. This can be based on factors such as socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, gender, or other social characteristics.

Which of the following is an example of how social networks can contribute to cultural inequality?

  1. Individuals with strong social ties are more likely to participate in cultural activities.

  2. Social networks can provide access to information and resources that can promote cultural participation.

  3. Social networks can facilitate the spread of cultural values, beliefs, and practices.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social networks can contribute to cultural inequality in various ways. Strong social ties can encourage cultural participation and provide access to information and resources that can promote cultural engagement. Social networks can also facilitate the spread of cultural values, beliefs, and practices.

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