Which of the Following Would the Functionalist Perspective Most Likely

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would the functionalist perspective most likely view as creating the greatest collective experience?

• A)a college student studying quietly in the library
• B)a person exercising in a public park
• C)the terrorist attacks of September 11,2001
• D)police arresting a shoplifter

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Definitions:

Allocation

The distribution of resources or tasks among individuals, groups, or organizations based on a plan or a set of priorities.

Forecasting

The process of making predictions about the future based on past and present data, often used in planning and decision making.

Economic Downturn

A period of declining economic performance across a broad area, such as a country or multiple countries, characterized by reduced spending and increased unemployment.

Inflation Rate

The percentage rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, eroding purchasing power.