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What is sociology?
Sociology is the scientific study of society, focusing on social behavior, social relationships, social interaction, and aspects of culture associated with everyday life.
What methods does sociology use for investigation and analysis?
Sociology uses various methods of empirical investigation and critical analysis to develop a body of knowledge about social order and social change.
What are the traditional focuses of sociology?
Traditional focuses of sociology include social stratification, social class, social mobility, religion, secularization, law, sexuality, gender, and deviance.
What are the two levels of analysis in sociology?
Sociology can range from micro-level analyses of society (i.e. of individual interaction and agency) to macro-level analyses (i.e. of social systems and social structure).
What are the primary areas of focus for some sociologists?
Some sociologists focus primarily on refining the theoretical understanding of social processes and phenomenological method.
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