Thomas has a degree in engineering just as his father and grandfather do. His grandfather was able to get a job straight out of college and stay with the same company until he retired. After trying for over a year, Thomas was only able to find contracted, hourly engineering work. He has decided to pursue a graduate degree with the hopes of finding full time employment when he graduates. Using a sociological imagination, how might we better understand this decision?

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Ryan Lowery

Social Studies

18 December, 00:41

Thomas has a degree in engineering just as his father and grandfather do. His grandfather was able to get a job straight out of college and stay with the same company until he retired. After trying for over a year, Thomas was only able to find contracted, hourly engineering work. He has decided to pursue a graduate degree with the hopes of finding full time employment when he graduates. Using a sociological imagination, how might we better understand this decision?

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Thomas Rowland · Answer 1

The correct answer is : A.

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a. Thomas is part of a different economy and workforce than his grandfather so his experiences are different.

b. Thomas is not putting out enough effort so he is less successful than his grandfather.

c. Engineering is less important than it used to be.

d. Thomas probably interviews poorly.

Explanation:

Thomas belongs to a different generation, so the economic conditions and the workforce are totally different from what his past relatives lived. There are generational differences that make him act in a different way because society and the employment's new requirements demand another type of knowledge and skills.