Which Statement Is a Criticism of Davis and Moore's Theory

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which statement is a criticism of Davis and Moore's theory of stratification?

• A) The theory does not explain why women are taking over very important jobs.
• B) There are too many incompetent people in highly important occupations.
• C) The theory does not explain how incompetent people tend to get promoted.
• D) Many highly rewarded positions are not always the most functionally important.

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