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When researchers gather data through “people watching,” they are collecting data through observation.

Brianna is struggling to get to know her new coworkers. She wants to make friends yet she is afraid of getting hurt or gossiped about, so she keeps to herself a lot. Which social theorist would likely call this a conflict between intimacy and isolation?

A sociologist is conducting research on employment opportunities in Zeke’s area. He receives an invite to an in-person meeting where they will ask Zeke some questions about his job search; his responses will be used to help them complete their research. Zeke is MOST likely participating in what form of data collection?

Lilah wants her family to get a puppy, but her parents are against it. Lilah prepares a short speech listing five reasons why a puppy would benefit the family and gives her parents an article that discusses how dogs make people happier. Which approach to conflict resolution is Lilah MOST likely using?

Which societal event played the BIGGEST role in the shift from adolescents focusing on work to focusing on education?

Jaden is a sociologist designing a new study. When Jaden is ready to analyze existing research on his chosen topic, what will he MOST likely do next?

A child pretending to be a firefighter is likely in the play stage of role development.

If a sociologist used several family members as subjects for research, what would MOST likely happen to the study results?

Priya is interested in studying how cultures around the world view common gestures, such as a wave or a thumbs-up. Priya’s research would MOST likely focus on which sociological perspective?

Which statement BEST summarizes the theory of symbolic interactionism?