The functionalist approach says that __________.

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Functionalism views culture as a system of interrelated parts, much like a biological organism with different parts functioning together for the maintenance of the whole. Therefore, the best choice is E. A is incorrect because powerful structures are seen as shaping culture in the conflict theory approach, not functionalism. B is incorrect because cross-cultural comparisons are an important aspect of cultural anthropology in all approaches. C is too narrow, as functionalism does not limit cultural analysis to just economic activities. D is incorrect because functionalism does not view cultures as evolving from primitive to more advanced versions.

The Functionalist Approach Says That __________