A functionalist examines the ______ of society.
A) institutions
B) symbols
C) inequalities
D) human agency

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Functionalists focus on the social institutions of society and how they function to maintain social order and stability. They examine the roles and functions of institutions such as family, education, and government in fulfilling the needs of society as a whole. They believe that each part of society serves a necessary function and works together to create a harmonious whole. Functionalists are less concerned with inequalities or individual agency.

A Functionalist Examines the ______ of Society