Which of the Following Statements Describe the Postulate of the Functional

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describe the postulate of the functional unity of society that Robert Merton challenged?

• A) All social or cultural beliefs and practices are functional.
• B) All social or cultural beliefs and practices are positive rather than problematic.
• C) All structures and functions in society are necessary.
• D) There are no alternatives to the structures and functions found in society.

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Definitions:

Need for Affiliation

The desire to form and maintain social connections and relationships, often driven by feelings of belongingness and social support.

Most Popular

Refers to something being widely admired, accepted, or used by a significant amount of people within a particular group or society.

Grades

Evaluations or assessments of a student's performance or understanding in an educational setting, typically represented by letters or numbers.

Primary Drives

Basic, instinctive impulses that motivate behavior, such as hunger, thirst, and the drive for sexual reproduction.