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(a) Explain how sociology has emerged as a distinct discipline based on rationality and scientific temper. (10)

(b) Examine ethnomethodological and phenomenological perspectives as critique of positivism. (10)

(c) Illustrate with example the significance of variables in sociological research. (10)

(d) Critically analyse Talcott Parsons’ conception of ‘Pattern Variables’. (10)

(e) Can we equate ‘poverty’ with ‘poor living’? Elaborate your answer. (10)