Gender Inequality: Functionalism

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Explanation: Durkheim (1893)
The division of labour was functional for society. Individuals should take on specialised roles for maximum efficiency.
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Explanation: Talcott Parsons (1936)
The nuclear family structure is the most efficient way to divide labour.
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Explanation: Murdock (1949)
Agrees with Parsons, concluding that the sexual division of labour in the nuclear family is universal.
It is the most practical way of organising family responsibilities.
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Evaluation: Olsen & Walby (2004)
Women have a disadvantage in acquiring human capital.
To use the lack of this to explain low pay and status is a circular argument.
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Evaluation: Ginn et al (1996)
Women must choose to prioritise childcare while men can enjoy anything with few detrimental effects.
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Card 2

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The nuclear family structure is the most efficient way to divide labour.

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Explanation: Talcott Parsons (1936)

Card 3

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Agrees with Parsons, concluding that the sexual division of labour in the nuclear family is universal.
It is the most practical way of organising family responsibilities.

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Card 4

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Women have a disadvantage in acquiring human capital.
To use the lack of this to explain low pay and status is a circular argument.

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Card 5

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Women must choose to prioritise childcare while men can enjoy anything with few detrimental effects.

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