Question

According to Robert Merton, ________ are the intended beneficial consequences of people's actions.

a) latent functions
b) manifest dysfunctions
c) manifest functions
d) latent dysfunctions

Answer 1

c

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

C. Manifest functions are the intended beneficial consequences of people's actions.

Step-by-step explanation:

Robert Merton's theory suggest there are functions and dysfunctions:

• A manifest function is an intentional function of social policies, actions and procedures designed to be beneficial and helpful to society.
• A latent function is still beneficial but not intended consciously.
• Dysfunctions are unintended and harmful, so they are complete opposite to functions.