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One purpose of education is to help students acquire the skills they need to be successful in society This is an example of a(n) ?

Correct answer: C. manifest function

  • A. constructed reality
  • B. latent function
  • C. manifest function
  • D. entrenched function

Explanation

A manifest function is an intended and recognized consequence of an institution; teaching useful social skills is an explicit purpose of education. Latent functions are unintended or less visible consequences.

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