Functionalist Talcott Parsons suggested that complementary roles for men and women in the family contribute to social stability. The wife/mother performs the __________ tasks, which involve housework, caring for the children, and providing emotional support for the entire family.

a. ?interdependent
b. ?instrumental
c. expressive
d. ?reproductive


Answer: c. expressive

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