Writing in the 1950s, what was one of Talcott Parson’s concerns about the family?
A. Parsons was concerned that women would fail to achieve greater economic independence.
B. Parsons was concerned that the disruption of traditional roles would cause dysfunctions for the family and society.
C. Parsons was concerned that unhappy spouses would continue to be stuck in dysfunctional marriages due to divorce laws.
D. Parsons was concerned that traditional marriage would continue to perpetuate gender inequality.
Ans: B
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