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What is the main focus of the functionalism perspective in sociology?
What is the main focus of the functionalism perspective in sociology?
Which sociologist is known for his work on conflict theory?
Which sociologist is known for his work on conflict theory?
What is the key idea behind symbolic interactionism?
What is the key idea behind symbolic interactionism?
In which perspective of sociology is the importance of communication and interpretation in social interactions highlighted?
In which perspective of sociology is the importance of communication and interpretation in social interactions highlighted?
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Who developed the structural-functionalism perspective, emphasizing the functions of social institutions?
Who developed the structural-functionalism perspective, emphasizing the functions of social institutions?
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What is the primary focus of conflict theory in sociology?
What is the primary focus of conflict theory in sociology?
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According to Functionalism, how is social stratification viewed?
According to Functionalism, how is social stratification viewed?
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Which perspective emphasizes the role of meritocracy and social mobility in justifying social hierarchies?
Which perspective emphasizes the role of meritocracy and social mobility in justifying social hierarchies?
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What does Conflict Theory attribute social stratification to?
What does Conflict Theory attribute social stratification to?
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Which perspective focuses on the interpretation and negotiation of social positions within stratified systems?
Which perspective focuses on the interpretation and negotiation of social positions within stratified systems?
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Symbolic Interactionism emphasizes the role of which elements in shaping perceptions of status and identity?
Symbolic Interactionism emphasizes the role of which elements in shaping perceptions of status and identity?
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Functionalism views inequality as functional because:
Functionalism views inequality as functional because:
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What is the main focus of Functionalism perspective?
What is the main focus of Functionalism perspective?
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Which perspective views society as a complex system with various institutions working together to maintain equilibrium?
Which perspective views society as a complex system with various institutions working together to maintain equilibrium?
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According to Conflict Theory perspective, what is viewed as the driving force of social change?
According to Conflict Theory perspective, what is viewed as the driving force of social change?
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Which perspective emphasizes the subjective meanings individuals attach to symbols and interactions in shaping social reality?
Which perspective emphasizes the subjective meanings individuals attach to symbols and interactions in shaping social reality?
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What is the key idea behind Functionalism perspective?
What is the key idea behind Functionalism perspective?
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In Conflict Theory perspective, what is highlighted as the main driving force of social change?
In Conflict Theory perspective, what is highlighted as the main driving force of social change?
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