Which of the Following Best Describes the Focus of the Structural-Functional

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the focus of the structural-functional approach?

• A) the meaning people attach to their behavior
• B) patterns of social inequality
• C) the consequences of social patterns for the operation of society
• D) All of the above are correct.

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Definitions:

Behaviour

The actions or reactions of an individual or group in response to external or internal stimuli.

Interpersonal Communication

The process by which individuals exchange information, feelings, and meaning through verbal and non-verbal messages, typically in a face-to-face setting.

Perception

The process by which individuals organize and interpret their sensory impressions in order to give meaning to their environment.

Attribution Error

A cognitive bias that occurs when one inaccurately attributes the cause of someone's behavior to their personality or disposition rather than to external factors.