Felix and Beth Were Trying to Decide Whether to Have

question 23

Multiple Choice

Felix and Beth were trying to decide whether to have another child or not, because of the associated costs. Ultimately, they decided they did not want to constantly worry about their finances and decided against having another child. Which theorist could best explain their choice?

• A) Talcott Parsons
• B) Thomas Malthus
• C) Karl Marx
• D) Paul Ehrlich

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Definitions:

Leader

An individual who guides or directs a group, often by inspiring or influencing others toward a common goal.

Follower

An individual who supports and is guided by another person or by a group, often within the context of a hierarchical organization.

Followship

Followship involves the behavior of someone who is following a leader or is in a subordinate position within a group.

Leader

An individual who guides or inspires others towards a goal, often by organizing, directing, and setting examples.