Jean Piaget's theory of the cognitive development was initially based on his observation of children. This is an illustration of the idea that empirical observations generate theories and has been referred to as
a. logic of discovery.
b. logic of justification.
c. logic of theory development.
d. logic of empirical observation.
A
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Conflicts among great powers, including the two world wars and the Cold War, basically result from competition among core states and regions over the right to exploit the __________
A) third world B) the periphery C) industrial regions D) satellites
In the nineteenth century, ______ controlled party nominations for public office.
a. voters b. political machines c. party bosses d. party leaders
The larger population in which the researcher is ultimately interested is termed the
A) meta-population. B) target population. C) accessible population. D) ad hoc population.
In the twentieth century, the government expanded its role in protecting workers. Which of the following statements is NOT true about this expansion?
a. It included the establishment of minimum standards for unemployment insurance and insurance against workplace injuries, although these benefits and eligibility requirements vary dramatically by state. b. These programs for workers are primarily distributive in nature. c. It included expanded regulation of pension systems. d. The United States offers fewer guarantees to its workers than do other advanced democracies. e. These protections receive less public support than do programs to assist the poor.