Answer to Question #173211 in Sociology for Rehema Dhenyi

Question

what is sociology? why would using the mobile phone as an illustration of the sociological perspective be appropriate?

Answer 1

Sociology refers to the study of human social relationships and institutions. It is a diverse subject matter in that it ranges from religion to crime. Family to state, various divisions of race and social class to ultimate the shared beliefs of a culture and social stability contribute to a radical change in the society.

The use of a mobile phone is an appropriate illustration of the sociological perspective. Mobile phones are a technological tool that acts as a symbol to many and acts as a social indicator in the modern world, signifying status and wealth in some product such as Apple mobile phones.