All of the sociologists studied in this chapter consider the causes of social change. How is Marx's consideration of this topic different from the others studied in this chapter?
a. Marx saw a variety of causes-such as division of labor-that all others ignored.
b. Marx sought to stabilize society and avoid radical change.
c. Marx promoted technological advancement as the path to social equality, while the others focused on revolutionary changes.
d. Marx actively promoted the need for uprising and change, whereas the others limited their consideration to an examination of its causes and effects
Ans: d. Marx actively promoted the need for uprising and change, whereas the others limited their consideration to an examination of its causes and effects
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