Thomas Kuhn defines a paradigm as

a. equivalent to a hypothesis.
b. a trial and highly tentative idea.
c. the dominant and widely accepted theories and concepts in a particular field of study.
d. the most controversial theories and concepts within a discipline.


c

Sociology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A(n)_____is a group that strongly influences a person's behavior and social attitudes, regardless of whether that individual is an actual member

a. social group b. ingroup c. reference group d. instrumental group

Sociology

Robert Sternberg's theory of love contains all of the following elements EXCEPT:

a. passion. b. self-revelation. c. intimacy. d. commitment.

Sociology

In Islamic societies, religious practice ______.

A. often occurs in formal organizations B. often occurs in the home or in natural settings C. is often incorporated into daily life and guides politics, culture, and economics D. is not studied by sociologists

Sociology