Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A) The functionalist perspective has been criticized because it fails to consider how much dysfunction a society has.
• B) Functionalists assume consensus because all persons in society have learned the same cultural values, rules, and expectations.
• C) Conflict theorists view culture as having a uniting effect on society.
• D) Conflict theorists argue that people with power manipulate institutions such as religion and education.

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Definitions:

Inferior Good

A type of good whose demand decreases as the income of consumers increases, inverse to the typical demand pattern.

Complementary Goods

Products or services that are used together, where an increase in demand for one leads to an increase in demand for the other.

Substitute Goods

Products or services that can be used in place of each other by consumers.

Price of Oil

The amount of money required to purchase a barrel of oil, influenced by global supply and demand, geopolitical events, and other factors.