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Functionalists view certain elements in society as representing the negative consequences that elements have for the stability of the social system.

A. manifest functions
B. latent functions
C. dysfunctional
D. functional

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.



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Final answer:

Functionalists categorize societal elements into manifest, latent, and dysfunctional functions to explain their impact on social stability.


Explanation:

Functionalists view elements in society as contributing to its stability through manifest, latent, and dysfunctional functions. Manifest functions are the intended and visible functions, while latent functions are unintended and sometimes hidden. Dysfunctional functions represent negative consequences within the social system.


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