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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the status of nuclear weapons under Kennedy and Johnson?

2. What example does Schelling use to explain the closed system with a density enhancement?

3. What does Schelling say the "open model" represent?

4. How many distinct eggs does Schelling say a woman can produce?

5. What does Schelling say the simplest model of a closed system with a density enhancement contains?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is a positive kind of discrimination, and what tools does a society or a government have for reinforcing positive discrimination?

Essay Topic 2

What does Schelling mean when he says that systems strive for equilibrium? Use an example of a system that naturally seeks equilibrium--and define that equilibrium--and describe a natural system that does not seek equilibrium. What do the exceptions show about the general tendency?

Essay Topic 3

What institutions or roles is the social scientist playing by analyzing, predicting and trying to influence human behavior? Is the social scientist a preacher, engineer, or artist? What roles does he take, and how is the social scientist different? Cite examples from the book as you make your answer.

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