Sociology · Research Methodology
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the core premise of the Evolutionary Method in social sciences?
- 1It is inspired by Darwin's theory, positing that societies transform from simple to complex forms over time through the accumulation of incremental changes.✓
- 2It involves systematically comparing different societies or social groups to identify patterns and draw conclusions about human behavior.
- 3It relies on analyzing official records, legislative documents, and personal narratives to trace the factors influencing past events.
- 4It seeks to identify cause-and-effect relationships by comparing groups that differ in specific ways without manipulating variables.
Correct answer
It is inspired by Darwin's theory, positing that societies transform from simple to complex forms over time through the accumulation of incremental changes.
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