Which of the Following Do Functionalists Not View as a Social

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following do functionalists not view as a social function of religion?

• A) Social cohesion
• B) "Blessing" social values and norms
• C) Distracting individuals from their own status in life
• D) Maintaining or changing the status quo

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Definitions:

Periodic Feedback

Regular and repeated provision of information about performance or progress which is aimed at improving or maintaining performance.

Hypothalamus

A small region of the brain located below the thalamus, playing a crucial role in regulating hormones, body temperature, hunger, thirst, and circadian rhythms.

Simon LeVay

A neuroscientist known for his work on brain structures and sexual orientation, particularly for identifying differences in the hypothalamus between heterosexual and homosexual men.

Homosexual Orientation

A sexual orientation characterized by romantic or sexual attraction to individuals of the same sex.