Structural/functionalists make a variety of assumptions in their theory of who rules the U.S. Which of those is subject to critique, according to the chapter text?

A. the assumption that the state is an institution with its own interests
B. the assumption that society is always stable
C. the assumption that those in power are untouchable
D. the assumption that only three groups of people in society hold power


Answer: B

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