Systems methodology in sociology

1 January 1977

journal article
research article
Published by Taylor & Francis in International Journal of Systems Science

Vol. 8 (1) , 65-80
https://doi.org/10.1080/00207727708942023

Abstract

This paper considers systems methodology, using computer-oriented mathematical concepts, in terms of two empirical examples from sociology: suicide and the schooling process. We apply to the two areas two algorithms developed a-s tools for the study of binary relations and the set covering problem. The illustrations are intended to emphasize the potential benefits derivable from increased interact ion between scientists in specific discipline areas and systems methodology.

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