Examine the problems some sociologists may face when using experiments in their research. (20 marks) (January 2009) MODEL ANSWER Experiments are the preferred scientific method. There are two main types of experiments. The classic scientific experiment takes place in a laboratory in controlled conditions. By contrast field experiments take place in more natural but less controlled experiments. Although experiments are very successful in science they are rarely used in Sociology for the following
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a) List some of the demographic trend of interest to marketers in the Malaysia and discuss whether these trend pose opportunity or threats for marketers * The changing age structure of the population Generation Y‚ also known as Millennial Generation is the demographic cohort following Generation X. There is no precise date for when Generation Y starts and ends. Born between 1977and 2000‚ these children of the baby boomers number 83 million‚ dwarfing the Gen Xers and larger even than the baby
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SOCIO – POLITICAL SITUATION OF INDIA Any society is a fabrication of diverse regions‚ cultures‚ religions‚ politics and economical overtures. India is a unique land that harbours amorous people and astounding cultures. As many would accept without doubt it is a RICH nation in every walk of life. Every Indian has something to feel proud about in its history and riches. It has ← 5000 year old ancient civilization ← 18 official languages‚ 325 spoken languages and 1652 dialects ← 30 states
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Soy Sauce Pringles in Asia Demographic Segmentation Demographic segmentation divides the market into groups based on variables such as age‚ gender‚ family size‚ family life cycle‚ income‚ occupation‚ education‚ religion‚ race‚ genera-tion‚ and nationality. Demographic factors are the most popular bases for segmenting cus-tomer groups. One reason is that consumer needs‚ wants‚ and usage rates often vary closely with demographic variables. Another is that demographic variables are easier to measure
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Demographic and Environmental Timeline—Italy M2-A2/SCI201 Santina Wood 09/16/2014 Demographic and Environmental Timeline-- Italy Stage Year Situation in Country Stage 1 1814 Environmental Impacts—Environmental impacts are low to almost non-existent. Historical Changes--Defeat and abdication of Napoleon; Formation of the Congress of Vienna. Birth & Death Rates--Death rates and birth rates were both high and fluctuated rapidly according to natural events‚ such as drought and
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EVALUATION OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT The GUIDE December 2003 Tavistock Institute in association with: GHK IRS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1 PART 1 THE CONTRIBUTION OF EVALUATION TO SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 5 1.1 THE BENEFITS OF EVALUATION 5 1.2 INTRODUCING EVALUATION: HISTORY AND PURPOSE 10 1.3 METHODS AND THEIR ROOTS 17 1.4 EVALUATION TO STRENGTHEN SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 24 1.5 GOLDEN RULES 35 PART 2 DESIGNING AND IMPLEMENTING EVALUATION FOR SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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A brief write-up on SEC – Socio-economic Segmentation by Kavitha Bangalore From the glossaryofmarketing.com‚ Socio-economic segmentation is defined as dividing the population into segments according to their incomes and social class. Socio-economic segmentation is one of the basis of analysis of psychographic segmentation for consumer markets. The level of socio-economic development is traditionally considered an important determinant of buying patterns for both consumer and industrial goods
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meeting its needs. The underlying causes of poverty are much more convoluted‚ relating to the distribution of government power‚ a continuously widening income gap‚ differences in cultural attitudes and ideologies‚ and inequalities in wealth and education. Other social conditions tend to perpetuate poverty‚ such as cultural differences in family life and attitudes toward education and inequality within education and job markets‚ based on gender or socioeconomic status. The consequences of poverty
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Demographics HCS490 April 29‚2013 Demographics As the population of today’s society continues to live long past retirement age‚ the need and cost for health care including research‚ development‚ and services will be essential. The demand for these critical components within a lifetime that has increased significantly in the last century is important to the health and well-being of all people. The Aging Population Health care issues and challenges that affect the aging population include
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Demographics of the Ice Cream Industry The Canadian demographic for ice cream has been a constant presence of a sweet treat on a hot summer day. Thankfully‚ Canadians love ice cream‚ and enjoy it all year around. But‚ just who is enjoying this delicious milky treat‚ and what opportunities and threats does that leave the ice cream industry with? Opportunities Canadians have loved ice cream for centuries‚ and it shows today as children as young as ages 2-12‚ and folks as mature as 75 and up love
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