The Purpose of Empirical Social Research Is to

question 16

Multiple Choice

The purpose of empirical social research is to

• A)have a real world application.
• B)generate results stated as fixed absolutes.
• C)be an ongoing process of accumulating information.
• D)be the same as critical thinking.

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Definitions:

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A surgical procedure involving an incision into the chest wall to gain access to the thoracic organs, especially the heart and lungs.

Umbilical Hernia

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Ineffective Airway Clearance

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