Among the historical changes that stimulated the development of sociology as a discipline was
A)the founding of the Roman Catholic church.
B)the rise of the industrial economy and growth of cities.
C)the power of tradition.
D)a belief that our futures are defined by "fate".

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The rise of the industrial economy and growth of cities brought about significant social changes and widespread social problems, leading to a need for understanding and change. Sociology developed as a response to these changes and the need to study and understand the social world. The other options (A, C, and D) are not historically significant factors that stimulated the development of sociology as a discipline.

Among the Historical Changes That Stimulated the Development of Sociology