A researcher notices that her interview subjects speak more freely when she puts away her tape recorder, and sometimes contradict what they say when being taped. What aspect of sociological investigation does the researcher's realization illustrate?
a) reflexivity
b) reliability
c) validity
d) generalizability

Which of the following is a problem in the health care system of the united states? a. too many doctors in rural areas b. too many doctors who are general practitioners c. fraud d. costs that are too low

Pick a famous politician, business leader, or celebrity who has been arrested recently. what crime did he or she allegedly commit? who was the victim? what factors best explain how this person might be punished if convicted? if the person was recently tried in what was the outcome? do you agree or disagree and why?

Which of the following answer best explains the ideals or principles led to the concept of manifest destiny? a americans wanted the european countries to stay out of the north american continent. b americans felt they had a god-given duty to protect the land of the native americans. c americans thought they had a god-given duty to spread their culture and government. d americans learned about this concept from the native americans tribes had encountered.