Talcott Parsons and Other Structural Functionalists Argued

question 46

Multiple Choice

Talcott Parsons and other structural functionalists argued

• A) diverse family forms are an essential feature of modern life.
• B) the nuclear family is the "normal family" in modern society.
• C) a "Big Bang" in family life occurred during the 1960s.
• D) families are less and less important in modern society.

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