Quiz: Positivism - Social Facts and Scientific Approaches
A-level Sociology 7192 AQA
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Building on what you've already learned about research methods, let's test your knowledge of positivism, social facts, and scientific approaches in sociology!
What does positivism emphasise in sociological research?
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Which of the following are characteristics of social facts? (Select all that apply)
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Positivism aims to make sociology as {{blank0}} as possible by focusing on measurable {{blank1}}.
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Who is most closely associated with the concept of social facts?
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Which method is most commonly associated with positivist research?
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What are the goals of positivist sociology? (Select all that apply)
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Positivist researchers often use methods such as {{blank0}} and {{blank1}} to collect numerical data.
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What is one criticism of positivist sociology?
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