One of the Means of Dealing with Bias in Sociological

question 40

Multiple Choice

One of the means of dealing with bias in sociological research is:

• A)privately reflecting on one's ideas
• B)publicly acknowledging interests that influence our perceptions
• C)conversing with students about sociological research
• D)avoiding the sociological literature on the subject
• E)none of these choices

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Definitions:

Competition

A situation in which individuals or groups strive against each other to achieve a goal that cannot be shared.

Cooperation

The process of groups or individuals working together towards a common goal, often resulting in mutual benefit and shared success.

Self-objectification

The tendency to perceive oneself primarily as an object to be looked at and evaluated based on physical appearance.

Stereotype Threat

The fear or anxiety of confirming negative stereotypes about one’s group, which can impair performance.