Structural-Functionalism Quiz
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What is a criticism of structural-functionalism?

  • It tends to ignore inequality in terms of race, gender, and class (correct)
  • It focuses on rational choice theory
  • It supports social change and independence
  • It promotes conflict and social instability

    • What is the core belief of structural-functionalism?

  • Society is in a constant state of conflict
  • Society is based on rational choice theory
  • Society is made up of integrated parts bound together (correct)
  • Society is driven by inequality

    • What does rational choice theory propose?

  • People choose the option that best serves their objectives (correct)
  • People always make rational and logical decisions
  • People are driven by social integration and consensus
  • People are not capable of making rational decisions

    • How does structural-functionalism view social change?

    <p>It is wary of social change due to its focus on integration and consensus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a weakness of rational choice theory?

    <p>It oversimplifies human decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

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