Theory and Perspectives

An important aspect of labelling theory is the recognition that some people or groups have the power to define labels and apply them to others This view recalls the emphasis placed on the social significance of power by the______________?

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An important aspect of labelling theory is the recognition that some people or groups have the power to define labels and apply them to others This view recalls the emphasis placed on the social significance of power by the______________?

A. functionalist perspective
B. conflict perspective
C. interactionist perspective
D. anomie theory of deviance

Sociologist Alvin Goldner sees Erving Goffman’s work on social behavior as implicitly reaffirming the status quo especially social class inequalities Gouldner,s critique is associated with the_____________?

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Sociologist Alvin Goldner sees Erving Goffman’s work on social behavior as implicitly reaffirming the status quo especially social class inequalities Gouldner,s critique is associated with the_____________?

A. functionalist perspective
B. conflict perspective
C. interactionist perspective
D. psychoanalytic perspective

Max Weber_____________?

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Max Weber_____________?

A. recognized that it is impossible for scholars to prevent their personal values from influencing their work
B. stressed that researchers had to maintain the confidentiality of their subjects
C. emphasized that under no conditions could a researcher allow his or her personal feelings to influence the interpretation of data
D. all of the above

Which sociological perspective examines human activities on the micro level by is shaped by the distinctive norms values and demands of a particular society ?

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Which sociological perspective examines human activities on the micro level by is shaped by the distinctive norms values and demands of a particular society ?

A. functionalist perspective
B. conflict perspective
C. interactionist perspective
D. psychological perspective