Goffman differed from William I. Thomas when discussing the definition of the situation in that Goffman believes
a. definitions are largely the work of an individual’s efforts.
b. definitions are largely due to subjective processes of examination and deliberation.
c. definitions are largely a matter of convention built into situations themselves.
d. definitions are largely constructed by via introspective cognitive processes.
c. definitions are largely a matter of convention built into situations themselves.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Research on contraceptive use
A. has focused more on contraceptives used by females than those used by males. B. has found that women use condoms more than the pill to protect themselves from AIDS. C. has focused more on contraceptives used by males than those used by females. D. indicates that the use of all methods of birth control has been declining.
Studies that aim to understand and work toward solving social problems are referred to as
A. field research. B. basic research. C. applied research. D. public sociology.
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A. the requirement, in some cultures, of having one's sexual initiation occur within the safe confines of a family relationship. B. the prohibition of sexual relationships between certain culturally specified relatives. C. the prohibition of marriage between close relatives and neighbors. D. not having sex with neighbors or business associates.