SAGE Core Concepts in Sociology: What Is Sociological Research?Click on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 8, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:What happens if a theory is not supported by empirical data?
A. The theory needs to be reformulated or discarded.
B. The data needs to be reformulated or discarded.
C. The research methods need to be reformulated.
D. The researcher needs to reconsider his or her research topic.
Answer: A
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