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Choose the Best Theoretical Lens
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SOC.017 Choose the Best Theoretical Lens
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A school changes the definition of unexcused tardy to include arriving after the bell even with a bus delay. Tardy totals rise, and students begin seeing bus riders as less responsible. Which lens best explains the category change?
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Network theory: the category changed because of friendship ties
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Structural functionalism: the category changed just to improve social integration
C
Rational choice theory: the category changed because all students chose tardiness
D
Social constructionism: changing definitions can create new social realities
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