Which of these statements describe the postulate of the functional unity of society that Robert Merton challenged?
A. All social or cultural beliefs and practices are functional for society and for individuals.
B. All social or cultural beliefs and practices are positive rather than problematic.
C. All structures and functions in society are necessary.
D. There are no alternatives to the structures and functions found in society.
A. All social or cultural beliefs and practices are functional for society and for individuals.
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a. David Wellman b. Charles Murray c. Richard Herrnstein d. J. Patrick Moynihan
Which of the following government activities has the lowest share in the total budget of the United States?
a. defense disbursement b. social security programs c. social insurance programs for the elderly d. public assistance
With regards to structural-functionalism, compare/contrast the concepts of instrumental role and expressive role
What will be an ideal response?
If Terrence instead decides not to get the gang tattoo, but rather to obey the rules of the authorities in his high school, prohibiting gang symbols, his decision is an example of ___________.
What will be an ideal response?