Which of the following is an example of an application of midrange theory?
a.) analyzing how a bartender interacts with customers
b.) exploring the role of churches in maintaining close ties in rural communities
c.) examining the origins of World War II in terms of class conflict
d.) analyzing how a particular dictator rose to power
Answer: b.) exploring the role of churches in maintaining close ties in rural communities
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