Which Sociologist Has Noted That the Functionalist Perspective's Emphasis on Stability

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which sociologist has noted that the functionalist perspective's emphasis on stability and the conflict perspective's focus on change reflect the contradictory nature of society?

• A) Émile Durkheim
• B) Ferdinand Tönnies
• C) Ralf Dahrendorf
• D) Talcott Parsons

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Definitions:

Absolute Threshold

The minimum intensity of a stimulus that one can detect 50% of the time, a concept central to the study of sensory processes.

Taste Constancy

The perception that the flavor of a food item remains consistent despite changes in the environment or context.

Proximal Stimulus

The stimulus registered by the sensory receptors, e.g., the pattern of light falling on the retina, as opposed to the actual object in the environment.

Just Noticeable Difference

The minimal change in a stimulus that can just barely be detected by an organism.