According to the functionalist perspective, an aspect of social life would be passed on from one generation to the next if it
A. promotes value consensus among members of a society.
B. is dysfunctional.
C. can be used by one group to subjugate another group.
D. enhances impression management.
Answer: A
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Which of the following statements more accurately depicts health status of older Americans today?
a. The majority over the age of 65 are in poor health. b. The health status of the 65-year-old is much worse than that of the 45-year old. c. Those over age 75 have noticeable physical declines compared with middle-age. d. Health suddenly begins to decline at age 65.
Cohabitation is defined as follows:
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word.
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of global warming?
a. Sea levels will decrease b. More intense heat waves c. More severe storms d. Waterborne diseases will increase with higher temperatures
The use of the terms "g-man," "honey boat," and "airmail" by sanitation workers in New York is an example of
A. linguistics. B. a taboo. C. an argot. D. nonverbal language.