Which of the Following Does NOT Characterize a Functionalist Perspective

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does NOT characterize a functionalist perspective on the family?

• A)The family serves a positive economic function.
• B)The family is a site of continual conflict that disrupts social order.
• C)The family is a site of socialization for young children.
• D)Distinct gender roles in the family serve to keep society stable.

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Definitions:

Mentally Ill

Refers to individuals who are suffering from mental health disorders that affect their mood, thinking, or behavior.

Self-Fulfilling Prophecies

Expectations about a situation or individual that lead to behaviors which cause the expectations to come true.

Objective Features

Characteristics or properties of an object or situation that exist independently of personal feelings, opinions, or interpretations.

Social Marks

Social marks refer to characteristics or attributes that distinguish individuals or groups in a social context, often influencing their social status or identity.