A Common Criticism of Functionalist Theory Is That It

Multiple Choice

A common criticism of functionalist theory is that it:

A) is too focused on social inequalities and not enough on the abilities of people who are elderly
B) paid too little attention to the inevitable mental and physical decline of people who are elderly
C) unrealistically assumed that people who are elderly could play an active part in defining their own role
D) had no support in research
E) emphasized the need for people who are elderly to adjust to existing conditions rather than participate in changing them