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Manifest functions are the ones that are pre-planned or conscious. Latent functions are unintended and unconscious.
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Latent functions are unintended, while manifest functions are intended.
(Apex Learning) One is intentional and the other is unintentional.
Latent functions are unintended, while manifest functions are intended.
Latent functions are unintended, while manifest functions are intended.
The manifest functions of the family are the intended and visible functions, such as providing emotional support and care to its members. The latent functions are the unintended or hidden functions, such as reproducing societal norms and values through socialization.
Merton
The U.S. sociologist who pointed out the difference between manifest functions and latent functions of social patterns was Robert K. Merton. He emphasized the idea that social structures and institutions can serve multiple functions, some of which are intended and recognized (manifest functions), while others are unintended and not immediately recognized (latent functions).
One manifest function of war is defense from aggression. Another manifest function of war is the acquisition of new territory.
Robert Merton
A function is an element of society that can be manifest or latent