If sociology is an empirical science and thus based on observation, how can sociologists study concepts that cannot be observed? Provide a specific example of a concept and discuss how it could be studied.
What will be an ideal response?
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A) 60 B) 70 C) 80 D) 90
The homeless include many people of color who face discrimination, many people who have been or are married, and many children
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The data collection method in which researchers evaluate information gathered from sources such as news articles, television shows, or magazine ads is called
A. secondary data analysis. B. content analysis. C. field research. D. a survey.
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a. age stratification b. elderism c. ageism d. age differentiation