Which of the following responses best encapsulates why some sociologists strive for empirical generalizability?
a. Sociologists strive for empirical generalizability so that findings can be understood by those not well versed in sociological theory.
b. Sociologists strive for empirical generalizability so that findings can be applied to populations larger than their sample set.
c. Sociologists strive for empirical generalizability so that findings can be tested in physics laboratories.
d. Sociologists strive for empirical generalizability so that findings will more easily meet constitutional mandates for greater transparency in publicly funded enterprises.
b
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The family of actor Will Smith and actress Jada Pinkett Smith would best be described as
a. working class. b. middle class. c. "old money." d. lower-upper class.
____________________ is a statement about two or more ___________________ are expected to relate to each other
a. A theory; hypotheses b. A hypothesis ; theories c. A hypothesis; variables d. A compatibility test; variables e. A theory; concepts
Cult membership infrequently includes the highly educated
Indicate whether the statement is true or false