Practice mode Introduction to Sociology

Which sociological perspective sees society as a network of connected parts, each helping to maintain the whole system?

Correct answer B. Functionalist perspective

Explanation

Functionalism, developed by Durkheim and Parsons, compares society to an organism whose institutions each perform functions that keep the system stable.

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