According to the structural-functional approach, which of the following social institutions is considered to be the most important?

A. the economy
B. politics
C. education
D. the family


Answer: D

Sociology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A server at a restaurant accidentally took the incorrect dish to a customer. The customer loudly berated the server over the mistake. The server apologized profusely, forced a smile, and quickly corrected the order. After her shift, the server complained to a coworker about how rude the customer had been and how angry she had been as a result. What represents the worker's front-stage performance?

A. the server smiling and apologizing B. the server correcting the order C. the server complaining to the coworker D. the server serving the wrong dish

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Malthus's concept of positive checks to population growth would conform most closely to what we call

a. causes of mortality. b. drought and famine. c. methods of contraception. d. moral restraint.

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Identify and contrast the various forms of marriage found throughout most societies of the world.

What will be an ideal response?

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