functionalist Flashcards

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what is consensus?

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agreement on norms and way to run society. it is good

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what is hierarchy?

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how society is split up. is fair

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what is cohesion?

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togetherness. helps run society properly

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what is conformity?

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following eg; norms. helps run society properly

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[…] of opportunity?

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equality of opportunity. everyone has the same chances

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what is inequality of outcome?

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the end result; job/position in society. needed for society to run properly

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capitalism?

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where people earn money for themselves; can generate hude wealth for a small group. is good and works well for the hardworking.

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communism?

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where people share ownership. is bad, people wouldn’t work or help society

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meritocracy?

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reaching your potential through hard work. challenges people to be better; makes society better

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what is role allocation?

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getting a job based on talent/hard work. is good because jobs filled by appropriate people which makes society run better

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what are functional roles?

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the most important jobs deserve higher status ( respect, salary )

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achieved status?

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earning your position. is good

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