Classical Sociological Theory Arose in the Nineteenth Century in the Aftermath

question 69

Essay

Classical sociological theory arose in the nineteenth century in the aftermath of the American and French revolutions and during the Industrial Revolution. Summarize how the theories of Karl Marx, Émile Durkheim, and Max Weber all reflect a concern for the consequences of modern life.

Describe Freud's theory concerning unconscious motivations and childhood's role in adult behavior.

Compare and contrast the goals and methods of structuralism and functionalism within psychology.

Define the psychodynamic perspective's focus on causal factors.

Understand the concept of culture and norms and their functions within a society.

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Definitions:

Maturity Value

For an interest-bearing note, it is the sum of the face value (principal) and the interest dollars: MV = P + I.

360-Day Year

An accounting assumption that simplifies interest calculations by using a year composed of twelve 30-day months.

Leap Years

Years that contain 366 days instead of the usual 365, with an extra day added to February, occurring every four years to maintain the calendar year's alignment with the Earth's revolutions around the Sun.

Interest Computation

The process of calculating the amount of interest due on a loan or investment based on the principal amount, rate, and time.