NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
SOCIOLOGY
Question
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A latent function is the unintended and unrecognized consequence of an element of society.
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true
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false
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A latent function is the unintended and unrecognized consequence of an element of society. A latent function of the automobile is to gain social standing through the display of wealth.
Detailed explanation-2: -Latent functions are the unintended, unrecognized consequences of a social phenomenon. Many social institutions have both manifest and latent functions. Both manifest and latent functions can be positive or negative.
Detailed explanation-3: -Latent Functions are the less apparent, unintended, and often unrecognized functions in social institutions and processes.
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