Jerome Looks at How the Global Economy Functions in Continental

question 76

Multiple Choice

Jerome looks at how the global economy functions in continental free-trade zones. His studies might be described as:

• A) sexuality studies.
• B) microsociology.
• C) macrosociology.
• D) survey research.

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Definitions:

Unobtrusive Measures

Research methods that rely on existing sources and where the researcher does not intrude upon or disturb the social setting or its subjects.

Comparative Historical Research

Research that uses existing sources to study relationships among elements of society in various regions and time periods.

Content Analysis

A research technique for systematically analyzing texts or media messages to identify patterns and draw inferences.

Reliability

The consistency of a question or measurement tool; the degree to which the same questions will produce similar answers.