Davis and Moore would argue that doctors, plumbers, construction workers, domestic workers, and lawyers are all necessary in a functioning society. Which necessary feature found in all societies do they believe that these many professions point to?

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Davis and Moore argue that inequality is a necessary feature of society because it ensures that the most important roles are filled by the most qualified individuals. Different professions, including those with varying levels of prestige and compensation, illustrate the societal need for a range of roles to be filled, which inherently creates inequality.

Davis and Moore Would Argue That Doctors, Plumbers, Construction Workers