Which sociological perspective suggests that a society or a relatively permanent group must accomplish certain major tasks if it is to survive?
A. functionalist perspective
B. conflict perspective
C. interactionist perspective
D. feminist perspective
A. functionalist perspective
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A(n) _______ perspective provides us with a unique framework for explaining many face-to-face relationships
(a) exchange (b) conflict (c) developmental family life cycle (d) functionalist
According to Pfohl in his article "Images of Deviance," deviants never
exist except in relation to those who attempt to control them. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
With reference to social stratification, which of the following is a criticism of conflict theorists?
A. They believe that the rich are more hardworking than the poor. B. They exaggerate the existence and effects of economic inequality. C. They believe that social stratification benefits society. D. They tend to ignore structural factors that cause inequalities. E. They tend to ignore the critical influence of inheritance.
If the test statistic falls in the critical region, we
a. reject the null and conclude that the research hypothesis is true. b. reject the null and conclude that there is strong – although indirect – support for the research hypothesis. c. accept the null. d. fail to reject the null.