Functionalists Would Argue That Filling the More Complex and Important

question 44

True/False

Functionalists would argue that filling the more complex and important positions in society often requires talent that is scarce and has a long period of training.

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Definitions:

Genetic Contributions

pertains to the influence of genes inherited from parents on various traits of an individual, including physical characteristics, health, and behavior.

Environmental Contributions

The influences from one's surroundings that affect development, behavior, or conditions, including social, physical, and cultural factors.

Twin Studies

A research method used in psychology and genetics to determine the contribution of genetics versus environment on human development, behavior, and health by comparing monozygotic (identical) and dizygotic (fraternal) twins.

Monozygotic Twins

Identical twins that develop from a single fertilized egg and share the same genetic material.