1. Which of the following men coined the term positivism, and is widely considered the father of Sociology? 2. A cultural Universal is

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1. The correct answer is Auguste Comte. He is credited with coining the term 'positivism', a philosophical system that holds every rationally justifiable assertion can be scientifically verified. Because of his foundational work in establishing sociology as a distinct field of scientific study, he is widely regarded as the 'father of sociology'. 2. The correct answer is 'A pattern or trait common to all societies'. In sociology and anthropology, cultural universals are elements, patterns, traits, or institutions that are common to all human cultures worldwide. Examples include language, the family unit, and religious rituals.