In what phase of research is the empirical component of science most clearly visible?

A) procedures design phase
B) observation phase
C) interpretation phase
D) communication phase


Answer: B

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Patricia is making a presentation to your American government class about the role of public opinion in determining public policy. She advises that American policy is strongest when no one group is dominant, that power should be divided among the many, that competition among opinions ensures that the soundest opinions emerge in a debate, and that consensus is a fundamental good. From what

viewpoint is Patricia arguing? a. an elitist viewpoint b. an interactionist viewpoint c. a pluralist viewpoint d. a socialist viewpoint

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Inflation is best understood as the rate at which __________

a. gross domestic product expands --- b. prices for goods and services decrease c. prices for goods and services increase d. the federal government increases taxes to raise revenue

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When the government exercises the power of eminent domain, it must __________

a. first get congressional approval b. fairly compensate the property owner c. demonstrate a compelling government interest d. first pursue other policy alternatives

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