How would structural functionalists use organic solidarity to explain the role of education?
A. Education serves to convey the norms, values, beliefs, and ultimately, the stability of society.
B. Education serves to maintain the existing social classes.
C. Education serves to keep people united through similar types of roles, purpose, and income.
D. Education serves to reinforce the doctrine of the ruling class.
Answer: A
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