In Sex Roles in the American Kinship System, Parsons argues that the “utilitarian” division of labor between men and women is functional, and thus beneficial, both for the economy and the family. Specifically, he contends that the kinship structure provides for
a. the reduction of status competition and jealousy between husband and wife, and thus more stable marriages.
b. a labor force in which workers are trained and rewarded on the basis of merit.
c. the socialization and psychological security of children.
d. children and relative wellbeing.
a. the reduction of status competition and jealousy between husband and wife, and thus more stable marriages.
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