Which of the following sequences best reflects the standard scientific method in sociology?

• A. Study design → Problem identification → Literature review → Hypothesis → Data analysis → Replication → Publication
• B. Hypothesis → Problem identification → Study design → Literature review → Data analysis → Publication → Replication
• C. Literature review → Hypothesis → Problem identification → Study design → Data analysis → Replication → Publication
• D. Problem identification → Literature review → Hypothesis → Study design → Data analysis → Publication → Replication

Answer: (D)