Tyler missed his sociology exam. Later that week, he went to his professor and said that he missed the exam because of his illness. According to Parsons's sick role theory, the professor should punish Tyler for being sick.

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According to Parsons's sick role theory, when a person is sick, they are exempt from their normal obligations and are not to be punished for their illness. The expectation is that they will seek out medical attention and try to get better so they can return to their usual responsibilities. Therefore, the professor should not punish Tyler for being sick.

Tyler Missed His Sociology Exam