Explain how individual studies are part of the larger process of creating social scientific knowledge. Consider why research must evaluate previous research and why researchers should expect to have their studies critically evaluated.
What will be an ideal response?
Social science--relies on scientific methods in order to investigate individuals, societies, and social processes; each study fits back into the context of social scientific knowledge; researchers must be aware of their place in the study in relation to the subjects and how to treat subjects ethically in their own surroundings; researchers should evaluate previous studies to explore new, untouched areas while also critically evaluating research to see how it can be improved.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Every state except Vermont is constitutionally or statutorily mandated to balance its budget each fiscal year
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What conclusion can we make about constitutions based on your text?
A) Constitutions structure power so that it does not vary over time. B) Constitutions are designed to change with each election. C) Constitutions provide institutional powers, but individual leaders and time affect the exercise of power. D) Constitutions are nearly identical from one state to the next.
Taxes and fees levied on traded goods are known as ______.
A. trade barriers B. quotas C. tariffs D. nontariff barriers