Question

Consider the following argument: "Women's roles as nurturers and caregivers are even more pronounced in contemporary industrialized societies; this division of family labor ensures that important societal tasks will be fulfilled; it also provides for family members." This reflects the:a.functionalist perspectiveb.human capital modelc.conflict perspectived.interactionist perspective

Answer 1

Answer:

This reflects the A. functionalist perspective.

Explanation:

In sociology, the functionalist perspective sees society as a structure composed of several interdependent parts. Each of those parts works for the stability of the whole structure. If one does not function properly, it will end up affecting others. Therefore, each person, each group, has its function, its role in society. According to the argument we read, women would have a nurturing and caregiving role that is important for societial tasks to be fulfilled. That argument is a clear example of functionalist perspective.