Functional Theory Quiz
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What is Functional Theory focused on?

  • Analyzing cultural traditions and practices
  • Understanding the functions of social institutions and structures (correct)
  • Studying individual behavior in isolation
  • Exploring historical events and their impact on society

    • Which of the following best describes the emphasis of Functional Theory?

  • The influence of cultural relativism on societal development
  • The dominance of individual agency in shaping society
  • The inevitability of conflict in social interactions
  • The interdependence of social elements for the stability of society (correct)

    • In Functional Theory, what is the role of social institutions?

  • Encouraging social isolation
  • Maintaining societal equilibrium and order (correct)
  • Promoting radical social change
  • Creating individualistic tendencies

    • What is a disputed aspect of the definition of communication?

    <p>Whether unintentional transmissions are included</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature in models of communication?

    <p>The use of a coding system by the source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main field of inquiry investigating communication?

    <p>Communication studies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is human communication commonly classified?

    <p>By whether information is exchanged between humans, members of other species, or non-living entities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a central contrast in human communication?

    <p>Verbal and non-verbal communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

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