Why do women not figure more prominently among early sociologists?
A. There were no female early sociologists.
B. Once sociology became a recognized academic discipline, men designated the women-who were activists-as social workers, not sociologists.
C. In no field has sexism been more evident than in sociology.
D. The field of sociology seemed neither rigorous enough nor relevant enough to attract women.
Ans: B. Once sociology became a recognized academic discipline, men designated the women-who were activists-as social workers, not sociologists.
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