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biggirl4568

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According to the functionalist perspective, what dysfunctions to society are caused by prejudice and discrimination?
 
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Psychological and sociological perspectives complement each other in providing a
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  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

According to the functionalist perspective, prejudice and discrimination cause definite dysfunctions. Dysfunctions are elements of society that may disrupt a social system or decrease its stability. Racism is dysfunctional to a society, including to its dominant group, in six ways:
1 . A society that practices discrimination fails to use the resources of all individuals. Discrimination limits the search for talent and leadership to the dominant group.
2 . Discrimination aggravates social problems such as poverty, delinquency, and crime and places the financial burden of alleviating these problems on the dominant group.
3 . Society must invest a good deal of time and money to defend the barriers that prevent the full participation of all members.
4 . Racial prejudice and discrimination undercut goodwill and friendly diplomatic relations between nations. They also negatively affect efforts to increase global trade.
5 . Social change is inhibited because change may assist a subordinate group.
6 . Discrimination promotes disrespect for law enforcement and for the peaceful settlement of disputes.

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biggirl4568

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Reply 2 on: Aug 8, 2018
Wow, this really help


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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