Why Might a Comparativist Construct a Typology

question 30

Multiple Choice

Why might a comparativist construct a typology?

• A) Because it is just fun to sort regimes into categories
• B) To help organize cases into patterns that can be explained
• C) To create a category is to provide an explanation
• D) Political scientists no longer do this.

---

Definitions:

Role Ambiguity

A situation where an individual's job responsibilities, expectations, or authority are unclear, leading to confusion and potential stress.

Conflicts

Occur when there are opposing ideas, interests, or needs, leading to a disagreement or struggle between two or more parties.

Professional Rivalries

Competitions or conflicts that arise among individuals within the same profession or field.

Social Action Group

A collective aimed at achieving social change through collective efforts, advocacy, or community projects, focusing on specific social issues or causes.