In Sociology, Predictability Is

question 41

Multiple Choice

In sociology, predictability is

• A) impossible because people are random
• B) easy because human nature is known
• C) difficult because human behavior is complex
• D) relatively easy, because people behave similarly in each situation they are in

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Definitions:

Psychology

The scientific study of the mind and behavior, encompassing a wide range of topics from biological influences to social pressures.

Scientific Goal

The aim or objective of conducting research to discover, interpret, or revise facts, behaviors, theories, or applications.

Behavior

The observable actions or responses of an organism, typically in response to its environment or internal cues.

Functionalism

James’s approach to mental processes, emphasizing the functions and purposes of the mind and behavior in the individual’s adaptation to the environment.