In _____, Sociologists Focus on a Numerical Analysis of People's

question 68

Multiple Choice

In _____, sociologists focus on a numerical analysis of people's responses or specific characteristics, studying a wide range of attitudes, behaviors, and traits.

• A) quantitative research
• B) correlational research
• C) qualitative research
• D) statistical research
• E) inductive research

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Definitions:

Attributional Styles

Tendencies of individuals to attribute causes to their successes and failures in a particular way that can affect their motivation and emotional state.

Helplessness

A state of being unable to prevent or avoid negative situations or feelings, often leading to a lack of self-efficacy.

Hopelessness

A state of despair characterized by a lack of optimism about the future and a belief that current difficulties or suffering will not improve.

Early Childhood

A developmental period in a human's life from birth to the age of 8, characterized by rapid physical, cognitive, and social growth.