Which of the following is an accurate description of Max Weber’s ideal type. Select all, but only those that apply.

a. A conceptual construct that does not exist in actual reality, but still captures the essential features of social phenomenon.
b. A heuristic device social scientists develop to help conceptualize social phenomenon.
c. Are derived inductively from sociological observations as opposed to deductively from theoretical abstractions.
d. Are easily identified in actual reality.


a. A conceptual construct that does not exist in actual reality, but still captures the essential features of social phenomenon.
b. A heuristic device social scientists develop to help conceptualize social phenomenon.
c. Are derived inductively from sociological observations as opposed to deductively from theoretical abstractions.

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