Which of the Following Appears to Have Caused the Decline

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following appears to have caused the decline in the birthrate in the late 1800s and early 1900s?

• A) the increasing shift from a rural to an urban society
• B) the decrease in the number of married couples
• C) the increase in infant mortality rates
• D) the climbing divorce rate

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Definitions:

Functionalist Perspective

A sociological approach that views society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability, focusing on the functions that institutions serve.

Social Institutions

Complex, enduring social structures that meet basic human needs such as family, education, and religion.

Conflict Theorists

Scholars who analyze social phenomena through the lens of conflict, focusing on power disparities, inequality, and the struggle between groups for resources or influence.

Social Institutions

The organized and established structures in society that dictate patterns of behavior, relationships, and cultural norms.