Jonah is researching the ways that the public education system has taken on the work of educating children that families and religious groups used to do. What theoretical tradition is he most likely following in his research?

A) feminism
B) conflict theory
C) symbolic interactionism
D) functionalism

Public Education System

A governmental provision of free education to the public, ensuring accessible education for children regardless of their social-economic background.

Functionalism

A theoretical framework that views society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability.