Positivism

It describes an approach to the study of society that specifically utilizes scientific evidence, like experiments, statistics, and qualitative results, to reveal a truth about the way society operates and functions.

• a. Positivism

• b. Naturalism

• c. Perennialism

• d. Humanism

The theory is that this knowledge can then be used to affect the course of __________ and

improve the human condition.

• social change

• social science

• physical change

A French philosopher and writer who formulated the doctrine of positivism.

• a. John Dewey

• b. Auguste Comte

• c. Jean Piaget

• d. Thomas Aquinas

This stage is known as the stage of the investigation, because people started reasoning and questioning, although no solid evidence was laid.

• a. Metaphysical Stage

• b. Metaphysics

• c. Theological stage

Positivism is the theory that:

• a. one should remain positive about historical changes

• b. only when one is positive can one have a genuine knowledge

• c. philosophers disagree about the methods of sciences

• d. the only way to acquire knowledge is to follow the methods of sciences.

Which of the following research terms is associated with this statement: the theory of knowledge, rigor, and validity affecting our choice of methods?

• a. ontology

• b. interpretivism

• c. epistemology

• d. positivism

Logical Positivism develops and claims we should use the criterion of...

• a. truth

• b. meaning

• c. experience

• d. knowledge

Sociologists understand that the study of _______ is complex and requires many complex method for research.

• a. culture

• b. behavior

• c. tradition

• d. manner

This are part of 5 principles of Positivism except:

• a. The logic of inquiry is identical across all branches of science.

• b. The goal of inquiry is to explain, predict, and discover

• c. The goal of inquiry is to minimize the knowledge of individual.

He is the the father of positive philosphy.

• a. Aristotle

• b. Aquinas

• c. Auguste Comte