Question

multiple choice question
the ______ refers to the way sociologists go about researching a problem in the most objective, consistent way possible.
control variable
secondary analysis
hawthorne effect
scientific method
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Explanation:

• A control variable is a factor held constant in research, not a research process.
• Secondary analysis uses existing data, not a general research approach.
• The Hawthorne effect is a bias where participants change behavior due to being observed, not a research method.
• The scientific method is a systematic, objective, consistent process for investigating problems, which matches the description.

Answer:

scientific method