According to Robert K.Merton,______________are the undesirable consequences of any element of a society.
A)dysfunctions
B)latent functions
C)prerequisite functions
D)manifest functions

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Robert K. Merton defined dysfunctions as the negative and unintended consequences of any social element. Manifest functions are intended and recognized consequences, latent functions are unintended but recognized consequences, and prerequisite functions are necessary for the stability of society.