A Sociologist Is Studying How Police Officers Perform Their Roles

question 100

Multiple Choice

A sociologist is studying how police officers perform their roles, specifically examining how officers perform their roles and present themselves to the public. What approach is the sociologist using to study the officers?

• A) scientific management
• B) reference groups
• C) acting
• D) dramaturgy

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Definitions:

Syntax

The set of rules, principles, and processes that govern the structure of sentences in a given language, specifically the order of words and phrases.

Semantics

The study of meaning in language, including the analysis of the meanings of words, phrases, and sentences.

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Metalinguistic Awareness

The capacity to contemplate and analyze the essence and roles of language.