Increased specialization in society helps to foster a greater degree of interdependence. The interdependence that holds society together is called:
A) Master Status
B) Mechanical Solidarity
C) Primary Groups
D) Organic Solidarity

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Organic Solidarity is the term used by sociologist Émile Durkheim to describe the interdependence that arises in complex societies due to the extensive division of labor, where individuals depend more on each other because everyone is specialized in different roles.

Increased Specialization in Society Helps to Foster a Greater Degree