A researcher plans to investigate students responses to the new curriculum requirements. As he conducts his surveys , he approaches only male students. However, he publishes his findings under the assumption that the whole campus embraces this view. This research error is an example of ____.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Ans: overgeneralizing

Sociology

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Neuroscience research clearly demonstrates that __________________ has a wide range of effects on the brain, including increased neural plasticity, and can be an intervention alternative for diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.

A. a diet high in omega-3 fatty acids B. reading C. exercise D. working past retirement age

Sociology

Which group is usually the most important socializing agent when we are children?

A. teachers B. family C. schools D. friends

Sociology

The_____refers to the everyday, secular, or "worldly" aspects of life

a. profane b. anti-spiritual c. sacred

Sociology

According to the insert in the text about hate groups, one of the most prominent racist groups in America is the ____

a. National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) b. American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) c. Council of Conservative Citizens (CCC) d. Anti-Defamation League e. People United Against Hatred (PUAH)

Sociology