Which of the Following Is Not a Common Criticism of Functionalist

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a common criticism of functionalist theory?

• A) During the 1950s, men and women performed both instrumental and expressive roles.
• B) Even when women work outside the home, they perform the majority of the housework.
• C) Functionalist views discourage equality between sexes.
• D) Functionalists downplay the importance of sex outside of marriage.
• E) Functionalists encourage cohabitation and sex outside of marriage.

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