Lauren Works in a Factory and Raises Three Children

question 46

Multiple Choice

Lauren works in a factory and raises three children. Her husband is unemployed and drinks too much. Lauren believes that this is only a temporary situation since, when she dies, her deity will take her to a better place, where she will live for eternity. Which theorist would argue that Lauren's belief is preventing her from breaking out of this situation?

• A)Taylor
• B)Weber
• C) Durkheim
• D) Marx

---

Definitions:

Causality

Refers to the analysis of causes and their effects. Specifically, causality means that a change in the independent variable (x) produces a change in the dependent variable (y). In analyzing survey data, we establish causality by demonstrating that an association exists between x and y; x precedes y; and the introduction of a causally prior control variable does not result in the original association disappearing.

Empirically Established

Information or theories that are confirmed or supported by observation, experiment, or other forms of scientific research.

Generalizability

The extent to which findings from a study can be applied or extended to broader populations, settings, or times.

Independent Variable

In research, a variable that is manipulated or changed to observe its effects on a dependent variable.