The Most Significant Criticism of Structural Functionalism Is That It

question 42

Multiple Choice

The most significant criticism of structural functionalism is that it

• A) tends to argue that intellectuals should act on what they believe.
• B) overemphasizes the importance of the economy.
• C) fails to provide a universal social theory.
• D) tends to argue that any social feature that exists must serve a function.

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