Category: Sociology

What are the 6 stages of sensorimotor development? The sensorimotor stage of development can be broken down into six additional sub-stages including simple reflexes, primary circular reactions, secondary circular reactions, coordination of reactions, tertiary circular reactions, and early symbolic thought. What are the main characteristics of Piaget’s sensorimotor stage? The Sensorimotor Stage The infant knows […]

What does surveying mean in construction? Construction surveying or building surveying (otherwise known as “staking”, “stake-out”, “lay-out”, “setting-out” or “BS”) is to stake out reference points and markers that will guide the construction of new structures such as roads or buildings. How surveying is been used in the construction industry? A planning and development surveyor’s […]

What kinds of financial aid are you not required to repay? Federal Student Aid offers three types of financial aid. Grants: Financial aid that generally doesn’t have to be repaid. Which type of financial aid is considered gift aid and does not need to be paid back? Types of Financial Aid Students Don’t Have to […]

Can a man legally marry two wives in Nigeria? Marrying multiple wives is a lot less common among educated people in Nigeria but polygamy still happens in rural areas, especially in the Muslim north. It is legal. Though the official marriage registry only allows for one wife, it also has a clause that allows for […]

Are state constitutions more powerful than the US Constitution? The application of the articles and amendments of the Constitution comprise constitutional law. Often, state constitutions are much longer and more detailed than the federal Constitution. State constitutions focus more on limiting rather than granting power since its general authority has already been established. Is the […]

What are the sources of local government revenue? What are the sources of revenue for local governments? Local government revenue comes from property, sales, and other taxes; charges and fees; and transfers from federal and state governments. What is the main source of revenue for the government? What are the sources of revenue for the […]

What similarities can you identify between the preambles of the US and Massachusetts constitutions? The four key similarities between the two documents include the Preamble, the Declaration of Rights, the Frame of Government, and the Articles of Amendment. The Preamble of the Massachusetts Constitution is a high-level summary of the need for the following language. […]

Does prokaryotic cells have nucleus? Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms belonging to the domains Bacteria and Archaea. Prokaryotic cells are much smaller than eukaryotic cells, have no nucleus, and lack organelles. Is a Greek word that means before a nucleus? “Karyose” comes from a Greek word which means “kernel,” as in a kernel of grain. In […]

WHO confirms or rejects nomination for a new Supreme Court justice? The Constitution requires the president to submit nominations to the Senate for its advice and consent. Since the Supreme Court was established in 1789, presidents have submitted 164 nominations for the Court, including those for chief justice. Of this total, 127 were confirmed (7 […]

What is the difference between shock incarceration and split sentencing? In shock probation, the offender is originally sentenced to jail, then brought before the judge after 30, 60, or 90 days and re-sentenced to probation (Ohio scheme). In split sentencing, probation is part of the original sentence requiring no additional appearance before the judge (California […]