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DuBois's Study on Black Communities
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What is the correct sequence of steps DuBois took in conducting his study on Black communities in Philadelphia?

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Formulated a hypothesis → Conducted door-to-door surveys → Analyzed the data → Published findings

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Analyzed the data → Conducted door-to-door surveys → Formulated a hypothesis → Published findings

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Published findings → Conducted door-to-door surveys → Formulated a hypothesis → Analyzed the data

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Conducted door-to-door surveys → Published findings → Analyzed the data → Formulated a hypothesis

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W. E. B. DuBois conducted his study on Black communities in Philadelphia by first identifying the community he wanted to study, which was the African American population in the Seventh Ward. He then gathered information by using a method called sociological survey, where he looked at various aspects of their lives, such as education, income, and living conditions.

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DuBois started by thinking of a question he wanted to answer. Other options are incorrect because This option suggests looking at data before collecting it; This choice has the steps in the wrong order.

Key Concepts

Sociological research methods
Systemic racism and inequality
Historical context of African American studies
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DuBois's Study on Black Communities

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