All of the Following Are Criticisms of the Functionalist Perspective

question 31

Multiple Choice

All of the following are criticisms of the functionalist perspective on stratification EXCEPT

• A)it is difficult to assess differences in the importance of occupations.
• B)the perspective ignores how much conflict is caused by stratification.
• C)stratification leads to improved efficiency and productivity
• D)rewards are not always consistent with the importance of occupations

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Theoretical Frameworks

Structured sets of concepts and purposes that guide research, analysis, and interpretation within an academic or scientific study.

Operationalization

Specific manner in which variables in a study are measured or manipulated.

Variables

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Independent Variable

In an experimental setting, the variable that is manipulated to observe its effect on a dependent variable.