Social structures sometimes have negative consequences for the operation of society as a whole. Which of the following concepts refers to these negative consequences?
a. Social structure
b. Manifest functions
c. Social functions
d. Social dysfunctions
Answer: d
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a. had not engaged in premarital sex. b. had engaged in premarital sex. c. thought all sex was wrong. d. did not enjoy sex.
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A) invasion-succession cycle B) invasion-dispersion C) acculturation-assimilation D) acculturation-succession
A social institution that binds people together through blood, marriage, law, and/or social norms is known as
a. kinship. b. family. c. matrilineal heritage. d. marriage.
Under utilitarianism, what is good is that which results in the greatest benefit for the greatest number.
a. true b. false