When Examining a Society with a Functionalist Framework, What Do

question 4

Multiple Choice

When examining a society with a functionalist framework, what do we see?

• A) A functional perspective views societies as social systems that have certain basic problems to solve (motivation, apathy) or functions that have to be performed if the society is to survive.
• B) The functionalist perspective looks at individuals and their roles in making the society work.
• C) The functional perspective considers foremost the role of individual differences in qualities (traits, talents, education, etc.).
• D) Functions in society are positionally ranked.

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Definitions:

Psyche

Refers to the human soul, mind, or spirit, often used in psychology to discuss the entirety of the human mind or the self.

Efficacy Judgments

Refers to an individual's beliefs about their capacity to execute actions required to achieve specific performance outcomes.

Performance Attainment

The achievement or accomplishment of specific tasks or goals, often used as a measure of success or competence in various contexts.

Observational Learning

Observational learning is a cognitive process where individuals learn new behaviors or information by watching others.