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The process of gathering empirical (scientific and specific) data, creating theories, and rigorously testing theories is known as ______. A data collection B the sociological method C the scientific method D theoretical reasoning {Ans: C}Tyrone is 9 years old and he lives with his mother, father, and grandmother. They have all raised him and cared for him since birth. According to Mead, how would you categorize this group of people in relation to Tyrone? A secondary group B significant others C reference group D parental units {Ans: B}Lauren states that her mother, father, sister, and wife are the most influential people in her life. Which group best represents these individuals? A primary group B inference group C secondary group D reference group {Ans: A}Critical thinking rejects statements not supported by ______ evidence. A sociological B anecdotal C circumstantial D empirical {Ans: D}According to Kohlberg, which of the following is most likely to occur during the postconventional stage? A compliance for personal gain B compliance to avoid punishment C compliance because it is right D compliance to avoid guilt {Ans: C}Which of the following is true of the conflict perspective? A It assumes that most deviant