Which of the Following Would Be Characteristic of a Functionalist

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be characteristic of a functionalist perspective of shared language?

• A)It keeps society members separated by class.
• B)It can translate into divided values and norms.
• C)It can lead to disruptive social change.
• D)It can serve as a tool for social integration for new speakers.

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Definitions:

Activation Energy

The minimum amount of energy that must be provided to compounds to result in a chemical reaction.

Kinetic Energy

The energy of motion.

Chemical Bond Energy

The energy required to break a chemical bond and separate molecules into their constituent atoms or ions.

Trypsin

An enzyme produced in the pancreas that helps digest proteins by breaking them down into amino acids during digestion.