Some Functionalist Sociologists Argue It Is Important to Make Fundamental

question 67

Multiple Choice

Some functionalist sociologists argue it is important to make fundamental changes to American culture to save the family.Which of the following is one of the changes they wish to make?

• A)place more emphasis on individual happiness because "a happy parent is a good parent"
• B)place less emphasis on individual interests and happiness over family responsibility
• C)reorganize the welfare system to support all families regardless of the number of parents present in the household
• D)change family responsibilities
• E)recalibrate the functions of the family

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Definitions:

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