An ideal type is a(n)

A. initiator of people's attitudes or behavior.
B. body of knowledge obtained by methods based on systematic observation.
C. construct or model that serves as a measuring rod against which actual cases can be evaluated.
D. detailed plan or method for obtaining data scientifically.


Answer: C

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