What is the primary critique against functionalism today as a theoretical approach?
a. ?The idea of a perfectly integrated and functional culture in a context of globalization is no longer as relevant.
b. ?The approach that culture has function is no longer relevant as culture is something that is optional in our global world.
c. ?The functional approach was based solely on indigenous societies and has no relevance at all to any urban societies.
d. ?Functionalism is criticized today for its evolutionary approach classifying societies as more or less advanced.
ANSWER:
a
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