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Summarize the Davis-Moore Thesis

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Summarize the Davis-Moore thesis.Specifically, what are the functional consequences of inequality for society as a whole? Illustrate the thesis by pointing out various jobs and the relative rewards each job commands.Conclude by noting several criticisms of the Davis-Moore thesis.


Definitions:

Progressiveness

A political or social philosophy advocating or implementing social reform or new, liberal ideas.

Tax Revenue

The income that is gained by governments through taxation, forming a significant part of their funding for public expenditures.

Elastic Demand

A situation where the quantity demanded of a good or service changes significantly in response to price changes.

Inelastic Supply

A supply condition where quantity supplied does not change significantly when there is a change in price.

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