A sociologist following the _____ theoretical approach would be likely to ask the following questions: What are the major parts of society? How are these parts linked? What does each part do to help society work?

a. structural-functional
b. social-exchange
c. symbolic-interaction
d. social-conflict


Answer: a. structural-functional

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