Researchers in one study systematically analyzed the contents of the notes of suicide victims to determine recurring themes, such as feelings of despair or failure. They hoped to determine if any patterns could be found that would help in understanding why people might kill themselves. This is an example of:
a. explanatory research. b. qualitative research
c. observational research. d. quantitative research.
b
Sociology
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It seems that
a. deviance is universal. b. certain specific acts are universally condemned as deviant. c. both a and b. d. none of the above
Sociology
How have same-sex statistics changed over the last few years, and how do researchers account for them?
What will be an ideal response?
Sociology
Why would Merton predict that working-class individuals would be more likely to engage in criminal activity than would middle-class or wealthier individuals?
What will be an ideal response?
Sociology
Explain why the processes of modernization in developing countries have often had a negative impact on the well-being of women and their levels of social mobility.
What will be an ideal response?
Sociology