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Hbc2208:Sociology Question Paper

Hbc2208:Sociology

Course:Bachelor Of Commerce

Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2012

QUESTION ONE 30 MARKS)
a) By analyzing sociology as a social discipline explain, its importance to a student pursuing a social science degree. ( 4 marks) b) Sociology explains human behavior as arising not only form individual motive and attitude, but as steaming from the social context in which people live. Explain the statement in relation to sociological field of inquiry. ( 10 Marks) c) Explain the following terms as applied in sociology. (i) Economic determinism ( 2 Marks) (ii) Matrilineage ( 2 Marks) (iii) Human condition ( 2 Marks) d) With relevant illustrations discuss how professionals are different from other occupations. (10 Marks)
QUESTION TWO (20 MARKS)
Social sciences rely on the scientific methods of inquiry that uses critical and systematic examination of the evidence before reaching any conclusions as objective observers. With respect to sociology as a disciple, discuss how it fulfils this criteria.
QUESTION THREE (20 MARKS)
a) Social interactions are the dynamic aspects of society. Evaluate these dynamic aspects in today`s business environment. ( 15 Marks)
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b) Least developing countries are said to have majority of the population living below poverty line. Explain this statement in respect to Kenya society`s social satisfaction. ( 5 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR (20 MARKS)
a) Democracy plays a key role in growth of an organization especially on governance structures. Discuss . (12 Marks) b) The state has responsibilities and duties to fulfill to her citizen. By giving relevant examples examine this statement in the context of Kenyan situation. ( 8 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE ( 20 MARKS)
List any three theories of socialization and discuss how each theory can be applied in a business environment in a modern society.

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