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Unit 7 – 19th Century Perspectives and Political Developments
Topic 7.4
How did Herbert Spencer interpret and apply Charles Darwin's theory of evolution to sociology?
He utilized it to advocate for total societal equality and fairness.
He promoted "survival of the fittest" as a rationale for societal inequality.
He argued against any connection between biology and sociology.
He opposed its application in explaining human behavior at all costs.
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AP European History - 7.4 Darwinism and Social Darwinism
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