Formal Written Social Science Theories and Empirical Data on Topics

question 15

Multiple Choice

Formal written social science theories and empirical data on topics such as personality and marriage are called:

• A) frameworks
• B) theories of the client world
• C) models
• D) none of the above

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Definitions:

Unilinear Evolutionary Theory

A theory suggesting that societies progress through a series of stages in a single, linear direction towards civilization.

Essentialism

Essentialism is the belief that entities or groups have inherent attributes that are necessary to their identity and function, often disregarding variation and social construction.

Organism

Any individual living system that can react to stimuli, reproduce, grow, adapt, and maintain homeostasis.

Non-religious Movements

Movements or ideologies that are not based on or associated with any religious doctrine or practices.