The __________ Function of the Marriage Ceremony Is to Publicize

question 8

Multiple Choice

The __________ function of the marriage ceremony is to publicize the formation of a new family unit and to legitimize sexual intercourse; the __________ function is to communicate a "hands-off" message to past or future suitors.

• A)expressive; instrumental
• B)instrumental; expressive
• C)manifest; latent
• D)latent; manifest

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