Emile Durkheim, who pioneered scientific sociology in France, is especially noteworthy for his:

a. comparisons of different societies showing how new forms of government were evolving
b. fervent commitment to political activity as the primary way to bring about social change
c. involvement in numerous insurrections and attempts at revolution in Germany and France
d. use of comparative data to assess the consequences of social change


D

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