This perspective emphasizes equilibrium, stability and interdependence between institutions. C. Society is often viewed as analogous to the human body, wich each part serving a function to ensure the health of the whole. C. While much of the functions of society are intended and obvious (manifest), others are unexpected or not recognized (latent). B. This perspective emphasizes society as consisting of groups with conflicting interests. B. This perspective views stability as an illusion controlled by the ruling class or bourgeoisie. B. This perspective is interested in the way social institutions and relationships structured unequally. A. This paradigm operates at the micro-level. A. Society, and the individuals that comprise it, is the product of social interactions. A. This paradigm holds that interaction through symbol produces society.