To evaluate a theory, sociologists:
A) gather data or facts.
B) follow the conventional wisdom of their society.
C) are guided by what they personally want to be True.
D) All of the above are correct.

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Sociologists evaluate theories by gathering data or facts through research methods such as observation, surveys, interviews, and experiments. Following conventional wisdom or personal biases would not be effective in objectively evaluating a theory.

To Evaluate a Theory, Sociologists