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Philosophy Of Social Science  Question Paper

Philosophy Of Social Science  

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Philosophy

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2010




KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2010/2011
FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF ARTS
APH 409: PHILOSOPHY OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
DATE: WEDNESDAY, 1ST DECEMBER 2010
TIME: 11.00 A.M. - 1.00 P.M.

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer THREE Questions only.


1.
a)
What is philosophy of social science?
b)
What are the defining characteristics of philosophy of social science?
2.
Social Science is both inductive and deductive?. Discuss this statement with
reference to its methodology.
3.
With relevant examples, explain the meaning of these terms.
i)
Social explanation
ii)
Social biology
iii)
Social determinism
iv)
Social liberalism
4.
Methods of natural sciences cannot provide adequate understanding of social science?. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
5.
The term ?Science? has many meanings. Identify and explain any three of these meanings.
6.
Explain social action and social knowledge as they are used in philosophy of social science.




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