Explain the distinction between sociological theories and those from the other branches of science.
What will be an ideal response?
First, sociological theories tend to be more evaluative and critical than theories in the natural sciences. A second difference between sociological theories and those found in other scientific disciplines stems from the nature of their respective subjects.
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a. a reduction of overpopulation b. a struggle between good and evil c. the dehumanization of the enemy d. the vilification of minority groups
The social contract, as defined by Daniel Bell in his analysis of the post industrial society, provided that in exchange for hard work, saving, and skill improvement, citizens could expect from the government all of the following EXCEPT:
a. adequate healthcare b. a guaranteed job c. decent education for their children d. increasing standard of living
A(n) ______ is a group within the human species that is identified by a society as presumably having certain biologically inherited physical characteristics.
A. racial group B. ethnic group C. minority group D. out-group
The _____ feels hostile to other groups but recognizes that law and social pressures are opposed to overt discrimination.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).