Functionalism vs Marxism - Compare and contrast table in A Level and IB Sociology

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Created on: 09-12-20 09:29

Functionalism vs Marxism

Similarities

Merton: Working-class members of society are more likely to commit crime due to not being as successful

Differences

Functionalism thinks crime is formed by the individual and Marxists think it is caused by capitalism
Gordon: Capitalism is criminogenic
Functionalists suggest society is a consensus not conflict - everyone follows the same rules

Overall comparison

Marxism and functionalism are very different but both encourage investigation of the working classes.

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