Question

the basis for durkheims theory of society is the belief that:

a. people are the product of their social environment

b. society contains social statics and social dynamics.

c. conflict between different economic classes is necessary to produce social change

d. the evolution of society is based on the concept of \survival of the fittest.\

Explanation:

Durkheim emphasized that social facts (elements of the social environment) shape individuals. Option b is related to Comte's ideas. Option c is Marx's conflict theory. Option d is Social Darwinism.

Answer:

A. people are the product of their social environment