What Role Do Values Play in Sociological Research

question 34

Multiple Choice

What role do values play in sociological research?

• A) Values have no part in shaping the research interests of sociologists.
• B) Values influence sociologists' research questions, but they do not determine findings.
• C) Values determine findings almost exclusively in sociological research.
• D) Values have very little influence on sociologists' research questions, but they impact findings in significant, albeit hidden, ways.

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