Sociologists Often Dislike the Way Social Problems Are Presented in the Popular

question 10

Multiple Choice

Sociologists often dislike the way social problems are presented in the popular media because there is

• A)too much focus on the individual.
• B)not enough discussion of research findings.
• C)not enough focus on the individual.
• D)not enough focus on societal influence.

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