Which Important Early Sociological Theorist Coined the Term Sociology and Was

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which important early sociological theorist coined the term sociology and was interested in developing sociology as a science?

• A)Randall Collins
• B)Auguste Comte
• C)Harriet Martineau
• D)Herbert Spencer

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Definitions:

Natural Rate

Often refers to the natural rate of unemployment where the labor market is in equilibrium, or the natural rate of interest that equates savings and investment.

Unemployment Rate

The segment of the labor population that is without employment and actively seeking a job.

Potential GDP

The maximum output an economy can achieve when utilizing all its resources efficiently, without causing inflation.

Fiscal Policy

Fiscal Policy involves government spending and taxation decisions intended to influence economic activity, targeting issues like unemployment and inflation.