Which of the following is NOT considered a characteristic of sociology?
A)strict,highly specific rules and guidelines about how to theorize about any particular topic
B)usage of research methods such as interviews,observations,surveys,and archival data
C)adherence to the principle of social embeddedness
D)an aim to understand and generate new knowledge about human behavior and social relations

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Sociology is characterized by the usage of research methods to generate new knowledge about human behavior and social relations, adherence to the principle of social embeddedness, and a broad theoretical orientation that allows for flexibility in theorizing about any particular topic. However, sociology does not have strict, highly specific rules and guidelines about how to theorize about any particular topic.

Which of the Following Is NOT Considered a Characteristic of Sociology