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★☆☆ Beginner
What is the primary distinction between the roles of sociological theories and research methods in understanding society?
A
Sociological theories are tools for data collection, while research methods are frameworks for explanation.
B
Sociological theories provide frameworks to understand 'why' society is a certain way, while research methods are systematic tools to gather evidence and understand 'how' we know this.
C
Sociological theories exclusively deal with historical events, whereas research methods focus solely on contemporary issues.
D
Sociological theories generate quantitative data, while research methods are only used for qualitative data.