The Purpose of Sociology Since Comte Has Been to Try

question 29

Multiple Choice

The purpose of sociology since Comte has been to try to understand society by

• A)accepting culture.
• B)studying philosophy.
• C)studying other societies rather than one's own.
• D)applying a scientific approach.

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AIDS Crisis

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Obese Person

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