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wenmo

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Discuss the scientific method and how it was first used by early positivists.
 
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Outline the factors that contributed to the intellectual heritage of Positivism.
 
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Reply #1 on: Aug 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: key points to be made
Rigorous data collection
Publication in scientific journals
Systematic observation, detailed measurements, statistics, use of control groups
Focus on average or norms as the standard for treatment

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Answer: key points to be made
Disregard mysticism and speculation for tested scientific methods
Individuals now viewed as in charge of own destiny, not divine intervention
Influence of study of evolution (Darwins work)
Rise of Anthropology verified more primitive societies


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Reply 2 on: Aug 17, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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