According to Talcott Parsons, the economic subsystem achieves the _____ imperative of the larger social system.

A) adaptive
B) goal attainment
C) latency or pattern maintenance
D) integrative

Economic Subsystem

A division within a larger economic system that operates its own particular processes or functions, such as agriculture or manufacturing.

Adaptive

Characterizing an ability or tendency to adjust effectively to new conditions or environments.

Imperative

Describes something that is absolutely necessary or required, often used in the context of commands or duties.