Introduction to Social Sciences and Economics
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Which of the following is NOT considered a discipline within the social sciences?

  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Economics
  • Astrology (correct)
  • Political science primarily studies the allocation of scarce resources.

    False (B)

    What does labor economics primarily focus on?

    Decision-making and behaviors of employees and the relationship between employers and employees.

    ________ history examines the history of the interaction of humans with the environment.

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

    Match the following areas of historical study with their focus:

    <p>Political history = Study of political institutions Economic history = Development of economic institutions Social history = Study of the lives of ordinary people Business history = Development of companies and industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does economics study?

    <p>The allocation of scarce resources and the production of goods and services (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The social sciences only provide one lens for understanding human society.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of history as a field of study?

    <p>To understand the meaning, dynamics, and relationships of the causes and effects of events in the development of societies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The study of great persons in history is known as __________.

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

    Which of these areas studies the development of economic institutions?

    <p>Economic history (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the focus of business economics?

    <p>The behavior of companies and firms, examining profit maximization and production goals. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Monetary economics studies the development of human cultures.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of cultural anthropology?

    <p>The development of human cultures based on ethnologic, linguistic, social, and psychological data of analysis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ________ studies human life in the past through the examination of things left behind by people.

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

    Which discipline focuses on the effects of surroundings on a person's behavior?

    <p>Environmental psychology (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Applied sociology focuses on the use of sociological theories, methods, and skills to solve problems and communicate research to the public.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following fields of study with their descriptions:

    <p>International relations = Focuses on the study of political relationships between countries. Public law = Examines legal systems, civil rights, and criminal justice. Political theory = Studies classical political philosophy and contemporary theories. Developmental psychology = Studies the ways people change and behave as they go through their lives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of anthropology studies human biological nature, particularly its evolution and variation?

    <p>Physical anthropology (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of sociology?

    <p>the systematic study of people’s behavior in groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The discipline that provides guidance to individuals facing diverse problems using psychological methods is called __________.

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

    Comparative politics studies the political relationship between countries.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following sociological subfields with their primary area of study:

    <p>Urban sociology = Societal life and interactions in urban areas Rural sociology = Social life of people in rural areas Medical sociology = Societal aspects of health and medicine Sociology of education = Social forces and institutions effects on schools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does public administration primarily study?

    <p>National and local governance and the bureaucracy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which discipline is concerned with developing knowledge about interactional processes and communicative behavior?

    <p>Communication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ________ studies the human mind and how it produces thoughts that lead to actions.

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

    What does experimental psychology primarily examine?

    <p>The behavior of humans and animals and how and why learning takes place. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Social work focuses solely on improving the well-being of individual.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a method used in urban sociology?

    <p>statistical analysis or ethnographies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    __________ analyzes the development of social institutions, norms and practices.

    <p>Cultural sociology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is studied under social psychology?

    <p>behavior of people in groups (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the focus of Political Sociology?

    <p>How social structure affects and influences politics. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Human Geography focuses on the natural features of the earth, such as land and water.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Demography?

    <p>The scientific study of human population across time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The study of the military organization, civilian and military relationships, war experiences, and the use of force is known as ____________.

    <p>military sociology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each discipline with its area of focus:

    <p>Political Sociology = Social structure's influence on politics Military Sociology = Study of military organizations Geography = Interaction between people and environments Demography = Study of human populations across time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Physical Geography primarily study?

    <p>The natural features of the earth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Applied social sciences do not apply concepts and theories of social sciences.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Human Geography focus on?

    <p>How people create cultures in their natural environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The study that focuses on how social structure influences politics is called _________.

    <p>Political Sociology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these disciplines examines population changes across time?

    <p>Demography (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Social Sciences

    The study of how societies function, including their institutions, interactions, and dynamics.

    History

    A systematic study of past events to understand causes, effects, and societal development.

    Economics

    Focuses on the allocation of scarce resources, production, and exchange of goods and services.

    Political History

    Examines the history of political institutions and processes.

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    Economic History

    Studies the development of economic systems and factors like trade and finance.

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    Social History

    Focuses on the everyday lives of ordinary people from different historical periods.

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    Environmental History

    Investigates the historical relationship between humans and the environment.

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    History of Medicine and Public Health

    Examines the history of healthcare, medical practices, and public health.

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    Business History

    Studies the development, structure, and growth of businesses, companies, and industries.

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    Biographies

    Focuses on the lives and achievements of prominent figures in history.

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    Business Economics

    The study of how businesses operate, aiming to understand factors that impact profits, pricing, production, and incentives.

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    Anthropology

    The scientific study of humanity across time, encompassing both biological and cultural aspects.

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    Cultural Anthropology

    A branch of anthropology focusing on understanding the development and characteristics of human cultures.

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    Physical Anthropology

    A branch of anthropology that deals with the biological aspects of human beings, specifically their origins, evolution, and variation.

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    Archeology

    The study of the past through the analysis of objects, structures, and other physical remains.

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    Anthropological Linguistics

    The study of human languages and their relation to cultures.

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    Domestic Politics

    The study of political opinions, elections, and government at the national and local levels.

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    Comparative Politics

    The study of politics within countries, comparing and contrasting their systems and processes,

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    International Relations

    The study of political interactions and relationships between countries.

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    Political Theory

    The study of classical and contemporary political theories.

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    Sociology

    The study of how people behave in groups, including interactions and social structures.

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    Applied Sociology

    Applying sociological theories and methods to real-world problems, analyzing data, and communicating findings to the public.

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    Urban Sociology

    The study of societal life and interactions in urban areas, using sociological methods like statistical analysis and ethnographies.

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    Cultural Sociology

    Analyzing the development of social institutions, norms, and practices within different cultures.

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    Rural Sociology

    The study of social life in rural areas, examining the lifestyles and social structures of communities outside urban centers.

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    Medical Sociology

    Examines the relationship between social factors and health and medicine, exploring how social factors influence health outcomes.

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    Sociology of Education

    Analyzes how social forces and institutions, such as politics, economics, and culture, influence schools and educational systems.

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    Environmental Psychology

    The study of the effects of the physical environment on a person's attitude and behavior.

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    Counseling

    A discipline that provides guidance, emotional support, and help to individuals facing life challenges.

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    Social Work

    A field focused on improving individual and collective well-being through services and interventions aimed at families, groups, and communities.

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    Political Sociology

    The study of how social structure influences and affects politics, examining how power is distributed in society and how individuals and groups interact with political institutions.

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    Military Sociology

    The sociological study of military organizations, the relationship between civilians and the military, war experiences, and the use and control of force.

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    Geography

    The study of the interaction between people and their environments, exploring the relationship between human societies and the natural world.

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    Demography

    The scientific study of human population across time, examining factors like population growth, distribution, and demographics.

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    Applied Social Sciences

    A branch of study that applies concepts, theories, and models from various social sciences to address real-world problems and improve societal well-being.

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    Physical Geography

    A subfield of geography that focuses on the study of the natural features of the Earth, including landforms, water bodies, and the atmosphere.

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    Human Geography

    A subfield of geography that studies how people create cultures and societies within their natural environment.

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    Political Sociology

    The study of how politics and power influence society, examining how social structure shapes political outcomes and vice versa.

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    Military Sociology

    The sociological study of the military, including its internal dynamics, its relationship with civilian society, and its role in warfare.

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    Physical Geography

    A branch of geography that focuses on the study of the Earth's natural features, processes, and systems.

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    Study Notes

    Defining the Social Sciences

    • Social sciences investigate human societies and the forces within them
    • Includes disciplines like history, political science, sociology, psychology, economics, geography, demography, anthropology, and linguistics
    • Provide diverse perspectives to understand human society

    Economics

    • Studies allocation of scarce resources and production/exchange of goods/services
    • Environmental economics examines natural resources
    • Labor economics analyzes employee decision-making and employer-employee relationships
    • Business economics studies company behavior, profit maximization, pricing, and incentives
    • Monetary economics focuses on national production, inflation, income, interest rates, and monetary policies

    Anthropology

    • Scientific study of humans and their cultures, past and present
    • Cultural anthropology examines the development of human cultures, using ethnologic, linguistic, social, and psychological data
    • Physical anthropology studies human biology, beginning, evolution, variation, and prehistory
    • Archaeology studies past human life through examining artifacts
    • Anthropological linguistics examines language-culture relationships

    History

    • Systematic study of the past to understand cause-and-effect relationships in society's development
    • Political history studies political institutions
    • Economic history examines economic institutions and factors
    • Social history explores the lives of ordinary people (women, children, ethnic groups)
    • Environmental history analyzes human-environment interactions
    • History of public health, business, and biographies of important figures are also part of historical study

    Political Science

    • Studies human behavior regarding governments, laws, and international relations
    • Domestic politics analyzes political opinions, elections, and local/national government
    • Comparative politics compares political systems across countries
    • International relations examines relations between countries
    • Political theory examines classical and contemporary political philosophy
    • Public law focuses on legal systems, civil rights, and criminal justice
    • Public administration examines national/local governance and bureaucracies

    Psychology

    • Examines the human mind and how it leads to actions
    • Experimental psychology studies learning in humans and animals
    • Developmental psychology examines human behavior changes over a lifespan
    • Personality psychology explores human nature and differences

    Sociology

    • Systematic study of group behavior
    • Applied sociology uses sociological theories, methods, and skills for practical problem-solving and communication of research
    • Includes urban, cultural, rural, medical, and sociology of education, examining aspects of social life in different settings (urban, rural, medical, educational)
    • Political sociology examines the effects of social structure on politics

    Geography

    • Study of the interaction between people and their environment
    • Physical geography examines natural elements (land, water, atmosphere)
    • Human geography examines cultural creation within the environment

    Demography

    • Scientific study of human populations over time

    Applied Social Sciences

    • Applies concepts, models, and theories of social sciences for practical application
    • Includes counseling, social work, and communication studies.

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