Although some of the early sociologists saw themselves as social reformers,by the middle of the twentieth century,the focus of the discipline of sociology had shifted to:
A) theorizing and gathering information.
B) a de-emphasis on the scientific method.
C) applied sociology.
D) the advocacy of civil rights for minorities.

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By the middle of the twentieth century, the discipline of sociology had primarily shifted its focus to theorizing and gathering information, rather than social reform or advocacy for specific causes. This is evidenced by the influential works of sociologists such as Talcott Parsons and Robert Merton, who emphasized the development of theoretical frameworks and empirical research methods. While some sociologists continue to engage in applied sociology, the dominant trend in the field has been towards a more abstract and scientific approach.

Although Some of the Early Sociologists Saw Themselves as Social