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One of the difficulties in open rationalizing concepts like social class is that____________?

Correct answer: A. definitions and indicators can vary making valid comparisons problematic

  • A. definitions and indicators can vary making valid comparisons problematic
  • B. there are no reliable indicators of such widely contested ideas
  • C. it takes all the fun out of armchair theorizing
  • D. it has little use for applied empirical research about the topic

Explanation

Operationalising a concept such as social class requires definitions and indicators, but researchers may choose different ones. This variation can make valid comparisons between studies difficult.

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