The repetition of a previous study in a different setting to verify or refute the original findings is referred to as ______.
A. verification
B. replication
C. validation
D. reliability
Answer: B
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
According to _____ theory, the most important causes of social change were the tensions between social groups, especially those defined along social class lines
a. functionalist/evolutionary b. conflict c. cyclical d. dependency
Members of the cult in Jonestown committed suicide by drinking Kool-Aid laced with cyanide at the request of their leader Jim Jones. This type of suicide would be characterized by Durkheim as:
a. altruistic. b. anomic. c. egoistic. d. integrated. e. unintegrated.
Why is family planning so important?
a. Children are an economic asset and should be planned. b. It insures the survival of the species. c. Unwanted pregnancies can lead to unwanted children and negative feelings about parenting. d. The population is dwindling and reproduction needs to increase.