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Theories must be____________?

Correct answer: A. testable

  • A. testable
  • B. formulated prior to research
  • C. based on pre-existing facts
  • D. exclusively sociological
  • E. issue driven

Explanation

A sociological theory must be testable, meaning that evidence can potentially support or challenge its claims. It need not be formulated before all research, based only on pre-existing facts, or exclusively focused on issues.

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