Which sociological perspective emphasizes how societies literally could not operate if massive numbers of people defied standards of appropriate conduct?
a. functionalist perspective.
b. conflict perspective.
c. interactionist perspective.
d. labelling theory.

a. functionalist perspective.

Explanation:

The functionalist perspective states that society is complex system which functions well through the working together of these systems to enhance solidarity and stability. It focuses on macro-level orientation which makes up the society as a whole structurally and socially ,it focus is on the norms,customs,traditions and Institution all that play role in how the society functions efficiently.

Society according to this perspective determines what behavior is normal and what is deviant behavior,and following the norms of society makes the society function effectively.

the anti federalists was a movement that was opposed to the creation of a us federal government. although they were not as organized as the federalists, they also had a large group of leaders, especially in state politics.

the statement "now, in a large extended country, it is impossible to have a representation, possessing the sentiments, and of integrity, to declare the minds of the people” represents the concerns of the anti federalists.

they strongly believed that the federalists were representing the interests of aristocratic elements of society at the expense of the majority of ordinary people, who lived in a rural society.

their fear for the creation of a strong federal government and the president’s power of veto in their opinion would create a tyrannical rule that would dominate the people. they defended the importance of restraining the government’s power towards people at any cost.

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