Of the three founding sociologists considered in Chapter 4 of the text, who held the most optimistic view of modern society?
A) Karl Marx
B) Max Weber
C) Emile Durkheim
D) All were equally optimistic.

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Emile Durkheim held the most optimistic view of modern society, as he believed that modernity and the division of labor would lead to greater social solidarity and cooperation. Marx and Weber both had more pessimistic views of modern society, with Marx focusing on the alienation and exploitation of the working class and Weber warning of the dangers of rationalization and bureaucracy.

Of the Three Founding Sociologists Considered in Chapter 4 of the Text