Information about the volume: Texts and assignments encourage the development of subject-specific knowledge, methodological skills, and judgment competence. For ideal exam preparation, numerous sample exams are available, always aligned with the examination requirements of the Conference of Ministers of Education. Information about the series: The topics connect to political, economic, and sociological questions and deepen factual and analytical competence through fundamental materials. A solid introduction to sociology, economics, and politics. Structured by content and methodological fields. A competency check for each unit. Test and exam suggestions. Aligned with the requirements of the central high school diploma. The focus of each chapter: a social science method.