A Key Difference Between Functionalism and Conflict Theory Is

question 67

Multiple Choice

A key difference between functionalism and conflict theory is

• A) functionalism was developed at a time of great social upheaval.
• B) functionalism emphasizes cooperation while conflict theory stresses competition.
• C) functionalism is an example of microsociology,whereas conflict theory is an example of macrosociology.
• D) functionalism stresses the importance of science in the study of sociology.

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Definitions:

Observational Study

A research method involving the collection of data without interference with the subjects’ natural environment.

Case-control

A type of observational study that compares individuals with a specific condition (cases) to those without the condition (controls) to identify potential risk factors.

Retrospective

Looking back on or dealing with past events or situations.

Independent Risk Factor

A variable that on its own increases the likelihood of developing a disease or health condition, independent of other factors.