What is an aggregate in sociology?
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The question is asking for the definition or explanation of the term 'aggregate' as it is used in the field of sociology. It seeks to understand how this term is applied in sociological studies or discussions.
Answer
A collection of people in the same place at the same time without other commonalities.
An aggregate in sociology is a collection of people who are in the same place at the same time but do not necessarily have anything else in common.
Answer for screen readers
An aggregate in sociology is a collection of people who are in the same place at the same time but do not necessarily have anything else in common.
More Information
Examples of social aggregates include a crowd at a sporting event, the audience at a movie or play, and individuals waiting at a bus stop.
Sources
- Aggregate Definition & Explanation | Sociology Plus - sociology.plus
- Definition of Aggregate and Social Aggregate - ThoughtCo - thoughtco.com
- Groups, Aggregates, and Categories - SparkNotes - sparknotes.com
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