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Kthamas

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From a functionalist perspective, the sick role is legitimate if it is short-lived.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

In Parsons' model, sick people are responsible for their condition and have no legitimate reasons for not performing their usual social roles.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

True

Answer to Question 2

False



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