When a researcher "maps" social data, she/he is
a. choosing the physical location where the research project will occur
b. correlating the variable with the location in which it is found
c. keeping track of travel expenses in gathering the data
d. preparing a travel guide for future social scientists
B
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Some forms of Alzheimer's disease are linked to genetics. However, whether one experiences Alzheimer's, and how the disease might progress, is thought to be influenced by one's environment. This example expresses which of the following controversies?
a. continuity-discontinuity b. stability-change c. longitudinal-sequential d. nature-nurture
According to Peek, which of the following are reasons why people adopt a religious identity in a multi-cultural society such as the United States?
a. religion offers people community networks, economic opportunities, and educational resources. b. religion may serve as an important marker that helps preserve group cohesion. c. religion can serve to reduce tensions caused by immigrant and ethnic diversity, so that people identify themselves first and foremost by their religious identity. d. all of the above
Adherents of the __________ model of society believe that inequality is unavoidable and therefore must serve a useful function in society.
A. economic B. utility C. conflict D. order
The scientific method of explanation develops and tests theories about how __________ facts or events are related.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).