Define sociological theory and explain the difference between everyday theorizing and sociological theory.
What will be an ideal response?
• Sociological theory is a set of interrelated ideas that allow for the systematization of knowledge of the social world, the explanation of that world, and predictions about the future of that world.
• Everyone does everyday theorizing. Sociological theory is a more disciplined process involving incorporating the work of previous theorists; relying on data, publication, and peer review; and inclusive incorporation of a broad arrange of social issues.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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