Which approach to sociological research starts with empirical observations and then works to form a theory?
A) statistical
B) observational
C) inductive
D) deductive

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The approach described is known as inductive reasoning, which involves starting with empirical observations and then developing a theory based on those observations. The other options do not accurately describe this process. Statistical research involves analyzing numerical data, observational research simply involves observing a phenomenon, and deductive reasoning starts with a theory and then tests it through empirical observations.

Which Approach to Sociological Research Starts with Empirical Observations and Then