Functionalists View the Family as Responsible for the Reproduction of Society

question 72

Multiple Choice

Functionalists view the family as responsible for the reproduction of society in what way?

• A) It produces and socializes children.
• B) It is the fundamental planning mechanism for society.
• C) It is the most important unit of consumption.
• D) It is the basic unit of the household and the smallest building block of a society.

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Definitions:

Dependent Variable

In an experiment, the variable that is being tested and measured, expected to change in response to manipulations of the independent variable.

Independent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Manipulation

The skillful or artful management or control of something or someone, often in a manner that is somewhat deceptive or underhanded.

Control Group

In experimental research, it refers to the group of participants who do not receive the experimental treatment, offering a baseline comparison for the effects of that treatment.