Key Vocabulary Words

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positivists (noun)

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Researchers who focus on hard facts and numbers to explain things, like scientists who use experiments to understand the world. Example Sentence: The positivist scientists studied the effects of different fertilizers on plant growth.

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interpretivists (noun)

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Researchers who focus on understanding people's experiences and stories, like anthropologists who study different cultures. Example Sentence: The interpretivist anthropologist interviewed people from different villages to learn about their beliefs and traditions.

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anthropologist (noun)

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A scientist who studies human cultures and societies, including their history, language, and customs. Example Sentence: The anthropologist traveled to remote villages to study the local people's way of life.

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reliable (adjective)

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Trustworthy and accurate; something you can depend on. Example Sentence: The scientist used reliable data from multiple sources to support their conclusions.

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accurate (adjective)

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Correct and without errors; something that is true and precise. Example Sentence: The historian carefully checked the dates and facts to ensure their information was accurate.