When students go away to college they often make lifelong friends and may even find their spouse. According to Robert Merton, this would be a(n) __________function of education.

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According to Robert Merton's theory of manifest and latent functions of education, manifest functions are intended and recognized outcomes of education, such as learning specific skills or knowledge, while latent functions are unintended and often hidden outcomes, such as socializing and networking with peers. Making lifelong friends and finding a spouse are examples of latent functions of education. Therefore, the best choice is B) latent.

When Students Go Away to College They Often Make Lifelong