694SociologyMedium
The functionalist theory of inequality suggests that________?
Athere are no social functions of inequality, so it should be eradicated
Bhigh rewards and incentives ensure that the most skilled individuals will take the most important social positions
Cinequality is inevitable, and we are born into poverty or wealth
Dthe idea of a meritocracy is a dangerous ideology
Correct answer
B. high rewards and incentives ensure that the most skilled individuals will take the most important social positions
Explanation
The correct answer is high rewards and incentives ensure that the most skilled individuals will take the most important social positions.