The Functionalist Approach Says That __________

question 6

Multiple Choice

The functionalist approach says that __________.

• A)powerful structures shape culture
• B)cross-cultural comparisons are not valid
• C)culture should be studied on the basis of how people make a living
• D)cultures evolve from primitive to more advanced, or civilized
• E)culture is like a biological organism with interacting parts

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Definitions:

Promotion

The act of raising someone to a higher position or rank, or the process of actively supporting a cause, product, or service.

Decision Making

The method of selecting options through recognizing a choice, collecting data, and evaluating different solutions.

Income Differences

Variations in earnings among individuals or groups, often highlighting disparities based on factors like occupation, education, or social class.

Class Action Suits

Legal actions where a lawsuit is filed on behalf of a large group of people who are collectively affected by an issue, with the goal of achieving a common outcome.