According to the functionalist perspective,an aspect of social life is passed on from one generation to the next if it:
A) can be used by one group to subjugate another group.
B) enhances impression management.
C) promotes value consensus among members of a society.
D) is dysfunctional.

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According to functionalists, one of the functions of social institutions is to promote value consensus and social stability. Therefore, if an aspect of social life promotes value consensus among members of a society, it is more likely to be passed on from one generation to the next. Choices A, B, and D do not align with the functionalist perspective.

According to the Functionalist Perspective,an Aspect of Social Life Is