Which of the following BEST describes the focus of the structural-functional approach?
A. the meaning people attach to their behavior
B. patterns of social inequality
C. the consequences of social patterns for the operation of society
D. ways in which each person differs from all others
Answer: C. the consequences of social patterns for the operation of society
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When sociologists stress that deviance is relative, they mean that:
a. relative to criminal acts, deviance is a minor form of nonconformity. b. it runs in the family, among relatives. c. whether an act is regarded as deviant or not often depends on the time, place, or individual. d. deviance is related to more serious criminal offenses.
A primary reason for early retirement inducements offered by corporations is
a. older workers are less reliable because of health problems. b. to make room for the ever increasing supply of younger workers. c. companies have to pay more money in insurance benefits for older than younger workers. d. to downsize operations in order to cut costs and reduce the number of employees aged 50 and over.
When Derek arrived at his new high school for the first day of school he noticed that there weren't any other black students in his classrooms. Derek had never felt so aware of his race before
Du Bois would argue that Derek is experiencing __________. a. double consciousness b. overt discrimination c. institutional racism d. limited opportunities
Using Durkheim's functionalist viewpoint, discuss what occurs when deviance increases.
What will be an ideal response?