Criticisms of structural functionalism include_______________?
Correct answer: D. all of the above
- A. who says that a football player is more important than a college professor?
- B. sons of talented persons are privileged even if they themselves lack talent
- C. is a stable society better than an unequal society?
- D. all of the above
Explanation
Structural functionalism is criticised for justifying inequality, treating existing social arrangements as necessary, and overlooking unfair advantages such as inherited privilege. The three statements express these criticisms, so the inclusive option fits.
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