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Convert 26% to decimal and fraction form. Complete the following table with the appropriate values. Fraction Decimal Percent [blank1] [blank2] 26%   Note:  Write your fraction in lowest terms.

Identify and describe two specific examples of gender roles or gender norms from the film A Suitable Girl, at least one of which should focus on the roles/norms for males.

In 2011, the IRS increased the deductible mileage cost to 71.3 cents from 53.3 cents.  Find the percent increase.   Round to the nearest tenth of a percent.

How might a sociologist see the role or function of religion for the individual, or for society, from the theoretical perspectives of: a) Emile Durkheim b) Karl Marx c) Max Weber   Note: You should provide a response for each of the three theorists, however, you may choose to reflect on either the individual or the societal level for each of them.

Identify two social institutions from the film Precious Knowledge, and describe their relationship to or impact on the education system.

Combine.  Where possible, reduce the answer to its lowest terms.

Suppose you are with friends or family later this summer, and they ask about your coursework this summer. How would you describe sociology, the sociological imagination, or the sociological perspective, using an example of a concept or term from the course?

Simplify the fraction by reducing it to its lowest terms.   (Note:  When entering your answer use the “/” symbol as your fraction bar.)  

Identify and describe one example of environmental racism within the U.S. and one example outside of the U.S.   Note: You may use up to one example from the book or class; if you use a book or class example, you are expected to provide a clear, compelling description that demonstrates your understanding of why it is an example of environmental racism.

Evaluate each square root.  If the square root is not a real number, state “Not Real.” (a)   [blank1] (b)