For Functionalists, Which of the Following Might Be Considered a Latent

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Multiple Choice

For functionalists, which of the following might be considered a latent function?

• A) the idea that committing crimes can help define the moral boundaries of a society.
• B) the idea that schools can teach students how to be productive workers.
• C) the role religion plays in passing on spiritual and cultural values to its congregation.
• D) the manner in which government passes and legislates laws.

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Definitions:

Cohort Study

An observational study in which a defined group of people (the cohort) is followed over time to study the incidence of disease or various outcomes.

Asbestos

A group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals known for their resistance to heat, chemicals, and electricity, historically used in construction but hazardous to health.

Incidence Rate

A measure of the frequency at which new cases of a disease or condition occur in a population over a specified period.

Asbestos Exposure

Refers to the condition of being in contact with asbestos, a group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals, which is a known risk factor for several diseases, including mesothelioma and lung cancer.