TAMU Functionalist Perspective Discussion

I need help with a Sociology question. All explanations and answers will be used to help me learn.

Review the Theoretical Perspectives Chart (Conflict, Functionalist, and Symbolic Interactionist Perspectives). Focusing on the functionalist perspective, answer the following:

1. Provide an example regarding how Spencer’s theory aligns with the functionalist perspective. Be specific by correlating a major premise of his theory with the perspective.