Which of the following statements best describes social workers as positivists?

a. They use just one perspective, theory or model in all cases or practice-based situations.
b. They acknowledge the importance of subjectivity and multiple ways of knowing.
c. They value ethics-based quest for democracy, equality, justice and freedom for all people.
d. They believe that there is an objective truth that can be discovered through systematic inquiry.


Ans: D

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