‘Obliteration by incorporation' is Merton's idea that some ideas
a. Are too abstract to be useful
b. Are adopted as true before they are proven
c. Become so widespread they are no longer recognized as a theory
d. Are forgotten and replaced by newer and more exciting theories
c
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_____ is a form of communication through which we clearly demonstrate that we are seriously attempting
to understand what others express
A. Referencing B. Active listening C. Selective listening D. Partializing
Which of the following statements is true about online surveys? A) A main disadvantage pertains to the likelihood of underrepresentation of the poor and the elderly
B)They are more costly and time consuming for the researcher than mailed surveys.? C)They should never be mixed with postal surveys.? D) Avoid setting a deadline for participation.
Private nonprofit agencies:
A) are funded primarily by the government. B) raise money by appealing to the general public for donations. C) are not permitted by law to use professional fund-raisers. D) are invariably small in size and local in scope.
Society pays a huge financial cost for disorders that are not prevented
Indicate whether the statement is true or false