How did both Durkheim and Weber see modern civilization as a mixed blessing to society?
A) They both admired the achievement of the sciences,but felt that the weakening of collective beliefs made it difficult to find meaning in life.
B) They both felt that the rise of science was counterproductive and argued for a return to preindustrial customs and beliefs.
C) They longed for the emergence of a charismatic "super-man" who would use science to provide wide-ranging and easy solutions to common problems.
D) They were both optimistic that the achievements of rationalism would provide modern men and women with common values and companionship.
E) They felt that changes in technology increased anxiety,but also immersed modern citizens in material abundance.
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