Which of These Statements About Functionalist Theory Is False

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements about functionalist theory is false?

• A)it focuses on the social structure,not individual action
• B)it argues that some things that are seen as dysfunctional are actually functional for society
• C)it explains how social norms first become established in society
• D)it sees deviance as having a stabilizing influence on society

Understand the calculation and implications of the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index for industry concentration.

Differentiate between the competitive spectrum of oligopolies and perfect competition.

Analyze the pricing and profit differences between oligopolists and perfect competitors.

Grasp the role of game theory in strategic business decisions.

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Definitions:

Woody Plants

Woody plants are types of vegetation that develop hard, fibrous structural tissue called wood, used for support and water transport.

Periderm

A protective tissue in plants that replaces the epidermis in parts that undergo secondary growth, such as in tree bark.

Vessel Elements

Cylindrical plant cells that, along with tracheids, facilitate the transport of water and nutrients in plants.

Tracheids

Tracheids are elongated cells in the xylem of vascular plants, serving to transport water and minerals as well as providing structural support.