Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Functionalist Perspective

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the functionalist perspective on work and the economy?

• A) Gender roles structure women's and men's work experiences differently and inequitably.
• B) Capitalism enables the rich to exploit other groups; most jobs are low-paying, monotonous, and alienating; productivity isn't always rewarded.
• C) Capitalism benefits society; work provides an income, structures people's lives, and gives them a sense of accomplishment.
• D) How people define and experience work in their everyday lives affects their workplace behavior and relationships with coworkers and employers.
• E) Capitalism creates social problems; globalization has led to job insecurity, and a handful of transnational conglomerates have enormous power.

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