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What is the primary reason for the emphasis on observable behavior in sociological research?
What is the primary reason for the emphasis on observable behavior in sociological research?
The belief that human behavior can be explained in the same ways as the behavior of matter.
What is the primary means of deriving knowledge in positivist research?
What is the primary means of deriving knowledge in positivist research?
Verified facts.
What is the role of values in positivist research?
What is the role of values in positivist research?
To eradicate personal values that may impair objectivity.
Why do positivists distinguish between scientific and normative statements?
Why do positivists distinguish between scientific and normative statements?
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What is the primary focus of research in quantitative sociological research?
What is the primary focus of research in quantitative sociological research?
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What is the purpose of breaking down the social world into composite parts in research?
What is the purpose of breaking down the social world into composite parts in research?
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What is an example of a concept that might be studied in sociological research?
What is an example of a concept that might be studied in sociological research?
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Why is it important to verify facts in positivist research?
Why is it important to verify facts in positivist research?
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What is the relationship between verified facts and theory building in positivist research?
What is the relationship between verified facts and theory building in positivist research?
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What is the goal of positivist research in terms of value?
What is the goal of positivist research in terms of value?
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