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Which academic discipline was originally referred to as the 'science of society' in the 19th century?
Which academic discipline was originally referred to as the 'science of society' in the 19th century?
- Sociology (correct)
- Economics
- Linguistics
- Anthropology
Which method do positivist social scientists use for understanding society?
Which method do positivist social scientists use for understanding society?
- Symbolic interpretation
- Constructing empirically falsifiable theories
- Methods resembling those of the natural sciences (correct)
- Social critique
In addition to sociology, which academic discipline is part of social science?
In addition to sociology, which academic discipline is part of social science?
- Astronomy
- Anthropology (correct)
- Chemistry
- Botany
What do interpretivist social scientists use for understanding society, as opposed to positivist social scientists?
What do interpretivist social scientists use for understanding society, as opposed to positivist social scientists?
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What is the approach of modern academic researchers in terms of methodologies?
What is the approach of modern academic researchers in terms of methodologies?
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