The ________ Theory of the Family,developed by Talcott Parsons,argues That

question 17

Multiple Choice

The ________ theory of the family,developed by Talcott Parsons,argues that nuclear families are necessary for child rearing and fulfilling society's need for productive workers.

• A) functionalist
• B) Malinowskian
• C) nuclear
• D) traditional

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Atomic Element

A pure chemical substance consisting of one type of atom distinguished by its atomic number, which is the number of protons in its nucleus.

Electrical Conductivity

A measure of how well a material allows the flow of electric current through it.

Valence Shell

Outermost orbital shell in an atom. The number of electrons in the valence plays a role in defining the electrical and physical characteristics of an element.

Chemical Properties

Characteristics of a substance that dictate how it reacts with other substances to form new products.