What is applied social research _________________?

Correct answer: A. research that aims to intervene in and improve social life

  • A. research that aims to intervene in and improve social life
  • B. research that is always multidisciplinary
  • C. research that tries to contribute to the development of theory
  • D. research based on government priorities

Explanation

Applied social research is conducted to address practical social problems and improve social conditions, rather than mainly to expand theory. Government-priority research can be applied, but government funding or priorities are not essential to the definition.

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