How did Max Weber explain the emergence of the "spirit of capitalism"?
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Weber believed that religion was the central force in social change. Protestants believed that financial success was a "sign" from God that they were saved and part of "God's will." To enhance this "sign" of salvation, they began to live frugal lives and invest the surplus money they made. As a result, they made more money. This readiness to invest money was what Weber called "the spirit of capitalism."
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Which of the following types of research best lends itself to multivariate analysis—research involving more than two independent variables?
a. Experiments b. Surveys c. Participant observation d. Case studies
Which three scholars made the most decisive impact on the central ideas of the Frankfurt School thinkers?
a. Marx, Weber, Durkheim b. Marx, Simmel, Gilman c. Marx, Weber, Freud d. Marx, Du Bois, Mead
If a nonmainstream practice is used together with conventional medicine, it's considered
A. traditional. B. alternative. C. holistic. D. complementary.
A particular sociology instructor decides what subject matter will be covered each time her class meets. The fact that the instructor can make these decisions and that the students must follow her lead is an example of
A. power. B. politics. C. charisma. D. force.