SOSC 0206 Session 1

Open Ended

Remember, Functionalists see everything in society as beneficial to everyone. Therefore, some level of crime, poverty, and inequality are all necessary and beneficial. So, how do you think Functionalists will explain inequality in society e.g. what may be the benefits of inequality?

Poll

Which theory do you think is more relevant to today's society?

• Functionalism

• Marxism

• Both

• Neither