According to Talcott Parsons, in order for functions to contribute to the overall good of the society, they must adhere to ________, or patterns of role arrangement.

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Talcott Parsons believed that for functions to contribute to the overall good of society, they must adhere to specific pre-existing structures or patterns of role arrangement. These structures provide a framework for individuals to perform their roles and contribute to the overall functioning of society. Therefore, choice A, structures, is the best answer. Choices B, C, and D do not accurately describe Parsons' concept of role arrangement.

According to Talcott Parsons, in Order for Functions to Contribute