NGEC-10 Social Science Academic Discipline
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What is a key aspect of critical analysis in social science?

  • Questioning assumptions and exploring power dynamics (correct)
  • Avoiding diverse perspectives
  • Memorizing facts and figures
  • Ignoring societal structures and processes

What is one of the practical applications of social science research?

  • Studying abstract concepts unrelated to real-world issues
  • Focusing solely on theoretical frameworks
  • Promoting division and conflict in society
  • Contributing to policy development and social interventions (correct)

What is a characteristic of social science research when it comes to perspectives?

  • Exclusively focusing on macro-level structures
  • Studying individual behavior without considering societal factors
  • Encompassing a wide range of perspectives and approaches (correct)
  • Only considering economic dimensions of social life

Why are ethical considerations crucial in social science research?

<p>To ensure the well-being and confidentiality of participants (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which specific social science discipline focuses on political systems and governance?

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

What is the primary goal of social science as an academic discipline?

<p>To understand, analyze, and explain the patterns, structures, and dynamics of human behavior within social contexts. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which key characteristic describes the interdisciplinary nature of social science?

<p>Collaboration and integration across multiple disciplines. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method do social scientists commonly use to collect and analyze data?

<p>Conducting interviews, observations, and case studies. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which foundational aspect of social science involves the development and application of theories?

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

How do social scientists explore the complexities of social phenomena?

<p>Through empirical methods, theoretical frameworks, and systematic research. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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