Which early sociologist applied the concept of evolution to societies in order to explain how they change or evolve over time?

A. Émile Durkheim
B. Charles Darwin
C. Harriet Martineau
D. Herbert Spencer


D. Herbert Spencer

Sociology

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Hatfield found that sometimes couples in relationships become completely absorbed with each other and exclude friends and family. This is known as _____

A) romantic infatuation B) passionate commitment C) real love D) passive infatuation

Sociology

The world's poorest 20% account for less than 2% of all private consumption

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

A(n) _____ leader tries to gain consensus among group members

a. democratic b. expressive c. laissez-faire d. authoritarian

Sociology

Social constructivists argue that historical and cross-cultural variations in gender serve as evidence in support of the constructivist perspective. Discuss one historical or cross-cultural variation in gender and explain how this variation lends credibility to the social constructivist approach.

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology