According to Talcott Parsons, the ______ imperative refers to a systems ability to manage its internal and external interrelationships.
a. adaptation
b. goal attainment
c. integration
d. latency (pattern maintenance)
c. integration
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Which theory would you be using if you studied how social problems arise when rapid change overwhelms society's institutions?
a. social conflict theory b. social disorganization theory c. symbolic interaction theory d. social Darwinist theory
Married people tend to report higher levels of happiness than single people
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which is a major function performed by families today?
a. providing institutional control b. defining familial hierarchies c. offering emotional security d. defining biological constraints
Lawrence Bobo's research shows that prejudice has declined in the United States. It also shows that most White Americans __________.
A. are willing to give up part of their own privilege to ensure racial equality B. understand that social practices and policies must address racial inequalities C. favor affirmative action as a way to compensate minorities for previous inequalities D. are still unwilling to support social practices and policies to address racial inequalities