Talcott Parsons Theorized That in Order to Survive and Prosper

question 20

Multiple Choice

Talcott Parsons theorized that in order to survive and prosper, social systems and subsystems must satisfy four functional imperatives. Which selection below refers to the law performing an integrative function by settling disputes and maintaining order?

• A) integration
• B) latency
• C) goal attainment
• D) adaptation

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Definitions:

Cancer Risk

The probability of developing cancer, influenced by genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors.

Partial Thickness Burns

Burns that affect the epidermis and part of the dermis layer of skin, causing blistering and more severe pain.

Second-Degree Burns

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First-Degree Burns

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