Which Statement Best Describes the Functionalist Perspective on Gender

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the functionalist perspective on gender?

• A) Gender inequality is the result of unequal access to civil rights and social resources.
• B) Gender inequality is rooted in male domination of society.
• C) Gender differences are heavily influenced by global processes such as colonialism and racism.
• D) Gender differences contribute to social stability and integration.

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Definitions:

Production Possibilities Frontier

A curve depicting all maximum output possibilities for two or more goods, given a set of inputs, representing the trade-off between different choices.

Feasible Levels

Feasible levels indicate the range within which objectives or operations can be realistically achieved or maintained.

Opportunity Cost

The price paid by not choosing the second-best option available during a decision-making process.

Economy

The mechanism through which a society manufactures, allocates, and utilizes goods and services.