Which of the following would a sociologist be LEAST likely to study?
A)why crime rates are increasing in rural areas
B)the incidence of child abuse in middle-income families
C)why Mr. Smith quit his job
D)the incidence of employment among white-collar workers
E)why unemployment rates are higher for black teens than white teens

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Sociologists are more interested in understanding patterns and trends of social groups and society as a whole, rather than the personal choices and behaviors of individual people. Therefore, why Mr. Smith quit his job would be the least likely area of study for a sociologist. The other options are all topics that sociologists commonly study, as they involve social structures, inequalities, and interactions.

Which of the Following Would a Sociologist Be LEAST Likely