A Paradigm Is

question 39

Multiple Choice

A paradigm is

• A) an abstract proposition that explains the social world and makes predictions about the future.
• B) a set of assumptions, theories, and perspectives that makes up a way of understanding social reality.
• C) the theory that sense perceptions are the only valid source of knowledge.
• D) the application of the theory of evolution and the notion of "survival of the fittest" to the study of society.

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Definitions:

Smart Meters

Electronic devices that record consumption of electric energy, water, or gas in intervals of an hour or less and communicate that information back to the utility for monitoring and billing purposes.

Power Usage

The manner in which authority or power is exercised within various contexts, including political, social, or organizational spheres.

Mass Media

Forms of communication designed to reach large audiences directly through mediums like newspapers, television, radio, and the internet.

User-Pay Costs

Expenses that must be covered by the individual using a service or product, rather than being subsidized by the government or another entity.