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Definitions in the Social Sciences
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Definitions in the Social Sciences

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Which sphere is defined as a particular branch of learning or body of knowledge?

  • Discipline (correct)
  • Society
  • Empiricism
  • Domain
  • What is the Latin origin of the word 'society'?

  • Comrade
  • Societas (correct)
  • Socius
  • Ally
  • Which branch of Science is specifically devoted to the study of human societies?

  • Natural Sciences
  • Humanities
  • Social Science (correct)
  • Empiricism
  • What is the primary focus of Natural Sciences?

    <p>Predicting natural phenomena</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field of knowledge aims to understand human reactions to events and the meaning imposed on experience?

    <p>Humanities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Social Sciences explore, according to the text?

    <p>Historical forces shaping actions of individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of counseling in the applied social sciences?

    <p>Providing guidance and support to individuals with various problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which social science discipline is concerned with studying human population dynamics?

    <p>Demography</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to functionalism, society is viewed as a complex system where its parts work together to promote what?

    <p>Solidarity and stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two types of functions identified by Robert Merton in functionalism?

    <p>Manifest and latent functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In sociology, what occurs when an individual rejects both the societal goals and means?

    <p>Retreatism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of feminist theory in improving society?

    <p>Raise awareness of gender subordination and promote gender equality</p> Signup and view all the answers

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