Which of the Following Is a Difference Between Sociology and Psychology

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a difference between sociology and psychology?

• A) Sociology studies humans and animals whereas psychology focuses exclusively on humans.
• B) Sociology studies people in relation to their social culture whereas psychology focuses on the individual.
• C) Sociology incorporates research from social sciences, philosophy, and natural sciences; psychology does not.
• D) Sociology uses various methods of empirical investigation whereas psychology uses limited critical analyses.
• E) Sociology uses only qualitative techniques whereas psychology uses both qualitative and quantitative techniques.

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Definitions:

Time Inconsistency

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Fairness Concerns

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Dictator Games

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