With Which of These Statements Would a Structural Functionalist Agree

question 58

Multiple Choice

With which of these statements would a structural functionalist agree?

• A)Religion provides only positive functions for society.
• B)Religious solidarity can exclude groups.
• C)Religion is particularly functional for stopping violence in society.
• D)Religion facilitates peace by helping different groups reject scapegoating.

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Definitions:

Reaction Formation

A psychological strategy wherein a person subconsciously swaps out undesirable emotions or ideas with their direct contrasts.

Displacement

In psychology, a defense mechanism where negative feelings are transferred from the original source of the emotion to a less threatening person or object.

Identification

The process by which an individual aligns themselves with the values, beliefs, or behaviors of another person or group.

Superego

In psychoanalytic theory, the part of the personality that represents internalized ideals, morals, and societal norms, guiding behavior through conscience.