NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -A latent function in sociology is an unintended consequence or outcome of an activity or social system. Latent functions are effects that are undesirable. Additionally, latent functions are often not obvious and can go unrecognized in society.

Detailed explanation-2: -Manifest functions are the recognized and intended consequences of any social pattern, while latent functions are those unrecognized and unintended consequences.

Detailed explanation-3: -Manifest Versus Latent Function While manifest functions are consciously and deliberately intended to produce beneficial outcomes, latent functions are neither conscious nor deliberate but also produce benefits. They are, in effect, unintended positive consequences.