Although some of the early sociologists saw themselves as social reformers, by the middle of the 20th century the focus of the discipline of sociology had shifted to
A. advocacy of civil rights for minorities.
B. theorizing and gathering information.
C. a de-emphasis on the scientific method.
D. applied sociology.
Answer: B
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