An Approach to Science Whereby Observations Are Gathered in the Hopes

question 22

Multiple Choice

An approach to science whereby observations are gathered in the hopes of testing theoretical explanations is called:

• A) precise
• B) inductive
• C) deductive
• D) data oriented

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Definitions:

Structural Functionalist

An approach highlighting how societal structures contribute to the overall functioning and stability of a society.

Retreatist

An individual who rejects both the cultural goals and the institutionalized means of achieving them, often withdrawing from society.

Elijah Anderson

An American sociologist known for his influential work on race relations, urban ethnography, and the study of the African American experience.

Young African American Men

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