Which of the Following Is True of Sociology

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of sociology?

• A) Knowing some sociology can help people make more informed decisions.
• B) Knowing sociology makes people's thinking subjective and irrational.
• C) Sociology strengthens people's faith in myths and misconceptions.
• D) Sociology supports conventional wisdom.
• E) Sociology ignores facts.

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Definitions:

Compensation

A psychological strategy whereby an individual offsets perceived deficiencies in one area through excellence in another area, or the payment to someone for work performed.

Type A Personality

A personality type characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-urgency, hostility, and a constant sense of time pressure.

Heart Disease

Heart disease encompasses a range of conditions affecting the heart, including coronary artery disease, heart rhythm problems, and heart defects.

Karen Horney

A psychoanalyst known for her theory of neurotic needs and her work on the psychology of women.