Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE About Historical Research

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE about historical research?

• A) Historical researchers are flexible and adjust their initial concepts. They question or focus based on what they find in the evidence.
• B) Historical researchers attempt to control bias that may arise from a point of view or perspective. They are totally neutral and objective.
• C) Historical researchers often use "grounded theory."
• D) Historical researchers focus on sequence and process. They tend to see social reality as constructed over time.
• E) Historical researchers "translate" another culture or time period into terms that a reader can understand.

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Definitions:

External Benefit

A positive effect or advantage that results from a product or service's use, extending beyond the direct buyer or consumer to others not involved in the transaction.

Output

The cumulative production of goods and services by an economy over a given time frame.

External Cost

Costs of a transaction or activity that affect people other than those directly involved in the transaction, often not reflected in the market prices.

Social Cost

The total cost to society of an action, including both private costs borne by individuals and external costs absorbed by others.