Which sociological perspective would view society as a living organism in which each part of the organism contributes to its survival and stability?

A. global perspective
B. conflict perspective
C. functionalist perspective
D. interactionist perspective


Answer: C

Sociology

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a. A society experiences the least disruption when sexuality is regulated by custom and law. b. Sexual order, and therefore social order, is maintained when childhood sexual victimization is denounced. c. Cohabitation and homosexual liaisons are not disruptive of the social equilibrium because they offer outlets for people who need them. d. The violation of sexual norms often leads to social problems such as sexual violence

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Karp writes that America's emerging postindustrial economy has altered the meaning of work by

a. eroding loyalty, commitment, and mutual responsibility between organizations and workers. b. increasing the level of unemployment in an era of the shrinking dollar. c. racism and sexism in hiring and promotion policies. d. valuing networking over experience.

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Between 1988 and 2005-6 school segregation actually increased somewhat

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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What is the term for treatments meant to eliminate sexual desires for members of one's own sex?

A. conversion therapy B. psychoanalysis C. de-identification D. conceptual sublimation

Sociology