Basic Research

question 14

Multiple Choice

Basic research:

• A)is aimed at confirming an existing theory.
• B)is aimed at developing new or improved products.
• C)is aimed at a specific,pragmatic problem.
• D)is given little emphasis by business firms in the United States.

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Definitions:

Male Representation

The presence and depiction of men in media, institutions, or various societal roles.

Traditional Authority

Authority stemming from long-established patterns that give certain people or groups legitimate power in society.

Older People

Individuals in society who are considered to be in the later stages of their life, often classified as elderly or senior citizens, typically aged 65 and older.

Functionalists

Theoretical perspective in sociology that views society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability.