SOC 341-01/51 (Kuechler)
Fall 1997

Homework Assignment #3 (due Oct 15/16 at class time)

Consider the following concepts (variables)

• poverty
• education
• health
• delinquency
• alcohol abuse

Formulate two hypotheses, each one linking two variables derived from the concept list above. (Remember that "variables" cover specific aspects of broader concepts. E.g., "number of hours per week spent studying" is a variable related to the broader concept of "diligence.") Make sure to be specific about the variables (your choice); in particular and clearly state to what "unit of analysis" (e.g., persons, groups, geographical areas, etc.) they refer to. For each hypothesis state which variable is the independent and which one is the dependent variable.

By nature, hypotheses are neither right nor wrong. However, you should formulate hypotheses that you think are true. Explain the basis for your belief.

Maximum: 20 points.