Who Developed the Concept of Self-Fulfilling Prophecy That Explains Why

question 39

Multiple Choice

Who developed the concept of self-fulfilling prophecy that explains why originally false assumptions become true because the outcome was predicted?

• A) Talcott Parsons
• B) Edwin Sutherland
• C) Robert Merton
• D) Donald Cressey

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Definitions:

Positivism

A philosophical approach that asserts that knowledge should be based on empirical and measurable evidence rather than intuitive or speculative means.

Anti-positivism

A philosophical stance that emphasizes the importance of subjective experience and the social context in which research is conducted, as opposed to relying solely on empirical, observable data.

Rationalized

The process of attempting to explain or justify behavior or an attitude with logical reasons, even if these are not appropriate.

Weber

A reference to Max Weber, a German sociologist, philosopher, and political economist known for his theories on the structure of society and the nature of authority.