Which of the Following Modern Sociological Theories States That the Best

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following modern sociological theories states that the best way to analyze society is to identify the purpose that different aspects or phenomena play in the overall structure of society?

• A) postmodernism
• B) feminism
• C) conflict theory
• D) functionalism

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Definitions:

Emotional Expression

The process of conveying one's feelings or emotions through words, facial expressions, body language, or other forms of communication.

Assimilation

The process through which individuals or groups from different cultures come to adopt the dominant society's culture, often leading to the loss of their original cultural identity.

Paralinguistics

Pertains to the non-verbal elements of communication used to modify meaning and convey emotion, such as tone of voice, loudness, and pitch.

Kinesics

The study of body movements, gestures, and facial expressions as a form of non-verbal communication.