Which of the Following Is a Key Assumption of Functionalism

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a key assumption of functionalism?

• A)If a social phenomenon exists and persists, it serves a positive function is society.
• B)Racism offers a justification for racial inequality.
• C)The stigmatized identity is an inevitable part of social interaction.
• D)Instability characterizes social groupings.

Recognize the concept of power in organizational relationships and its different sources.

Understand the basis and impact of leadership theories, including path-goal and behaviorism.

Differentiate between standard intelligence and emotional intelligence and their relevance to leadership.

Understand the distinctions and overlaps between the roles of a manager and a leader.

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Definitions:

Enslaved People

Individuals who are forcibly taken or held as property and made to work without rights or freedom.

Domestic Work

Employment in private households, often performing tasks such as cleaning, cooking, and childcare.

Task Labor

A system of labor, mostly used in agricultural settings, where enslaved people were assigned specific tasks to complete each day.

Slave Families

Family units formed by enslaved people, often facing challenges such as separation due to sale by slave owners, yet demonstrating resilience and cultural continuity.