What is a sociological theory?
A. the obvious and intended functions of a phenomenon or institution
B. a logical, rigorous framework for the interpretation of social life that makes particular assumptions and asks particular questions about the social world
C. a law that governs social change
D. a quality of a group that is external to the individual yet constrains his or her thinking and behavior
Ans: A
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