Who coined the term sociology and is generally considered to be the founder of sociology ?

Correct answer: A. Auguste Comte

  • A. Auguste Comte
  • B. Karl Marx
  • C. Max Weber
  • D. Emile Durkheim

Explanation

Auguste Comte coined the term sociology and is commonly credited with founding the discipline. Marx, Weber, and Durkheim were major later contributors rather than the originator of the name.

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