A functionalist perspective would be most likely to argue that the existence of big-city political machines suggests

A. that political parties are a manifestation of individuals' relationships with their parents.
B. that these political organizations satisfy certain basic social needs.
C. that society is ultimately static in nature and change is unnecessary.
D. the need for immigrant groups to struggle for power against entrenched interests.


Answer: B

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