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rayancarla1

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According to structural-functional theory, stratification is necessary because:
 
  a. people would otherwise not be motivated to work.
  b. some tasks essential to society's survival require extra incentives because they are stressful and demanding.
  c. social conflict is necessary in order to produce social change.
  d. it provides individuals with a sense of belonging and social integration.

Question 2

In structural-functional theory, rewards for performing essential tasks are increased when:
 
  a. there is a scarcity of the talent and ability necessary to perform the task.
  b. the task is pleasant.
  c. the task is easy to accomplish.
  d. All of these factors increase the rewards for a task.



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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

a



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