Which sociological perspective emphasizes how societies literally could not operate if massive numbers of people defied standards of appropriate conduct?

A. conflict perspective
B. functionalist perspective
C. interactionist perspective
D. labeling perspective


Answer: B

Sociology

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a. ratio b. nominal c. ordinal d. interval e. qualitative

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Manifest functions refer to

a. the accomplishing of purposively directed goals. b. unintended consequences. c. the harmful effects resulting from intended actions. d. alternative ways of meeting system needs.

Sociology

Which of the following is usually children’s first introduction to a formal agent of socialization that teaches them to meet objective standards, abide by standard rules, and behave like everyone else?

a. family b. schools c. peers d. mass media

Sociology