Which of the following best describes how structural functionalism would explain social networking sites? Select one:

a. Social media sites increased they types and frequency of interaction between people

b. Social media sites increase the digital divide because they are not equally available to all

c. Social media sites create new symbols and meanings that impact communication

d. Social media sites serve a particular purpose in society and contribute to maintaining order in some ways

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Dominic Booker

Social Studies

18 April, 20:48

Which of the following best describes how structural functionalism would explain social networking sites? Select one:

a. Social media sites increased they types and frequency of interaction between people

b. Social media sites increase the digital divide because they are not equally available to all

c. Social media sites create new symbols and meanings that impact communication

d. Social media sites serve a particular purpose in society and contribute to maintaining order in some ways

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Leroy Bowen · Answer 1

c. Social media sites create new symbols and meanings that impact communication.

Explanation:

In sociology, a society is defined as a complex structure of interrelated and interdependent parts that work together to maintain stability, according to Emile Durkheim. Shared values, languages and common symbols hold together society, they're important factors influencing social life. Here new social networks play a role.