Which of the following historical changes is among the factors that stimulated the development of sociology as a discipline?
A)the founding of the Roman Catholic church
B)the rise of the industrial economy and growth of cities
C)the power of tradition
D)a belief that our futures are defined by "fate"

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The rise of the industrial economy and growth of cities created new social problems and patterns that required analysis and understanding, which stimulated the development of sociology as a discipline. The other options are not relevant factors that stimulated the development of sociology.

Which of the Following Historical Changes Is Among the Factors