Explain the sociological distinction between “social patterns” and “stereotypes.” Choose one of the following topics and explain how being able to understand the difference between “social patterns” and “stereotypes” can help us better understand the topic you’ve selected. Explain how structural conditions can transform people’s lives and their social location within society.

Choose one of the following topics to develop a sociological analysis for this question:

Rapid population growth

Urbanization

Lack of education

Unemployment

Poverty

Gender/Racial discrimination

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