Sociologists, Like Other Scientists, Assume That ________________ Relationships Dominate the Universe

question 86

Multiple Choice

Sociologists, like other scientists, assume that ________________ relationships dominate the universe.

• A) cause-and-effect
• B) primary and secondary
• C) genetic
• D) physical and psychological

Understand the importance and challenges of obtaining a representative sample.

Discuss the impacts of sampling and nonsampling errors on research findings.

Illustrate the process and criteria for choosing an appropriate sampling method for specific research needs.

Evaluate the suitability of sample results for making inferences about the population.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Processes

The mental actions or operations involved in acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.

Variable Ratio Schedule

A type of operant conditioning reinforcement schedule in which a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses.

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a consequence applied to an organism's environment that causes an increase in the likelihood of a repeat of the preceding behavior.

Rewards

Benefits, compensation, or other forms of acknowledgment provided to individuals or organizations as recognition of their accomplishments or desired behavior.