Durkheim argued that societies move from a state of _____, a cohesiveness based on the similarity among its members, to _____, a cohesiveness based on difference.

A) gesellschaft ; gemeinschaft
B) gemeinschaft ; gesellschaft
C) mechanical solidarity; organic solidarity
D) organic solidarity; mechanical solidarity

Mechanical Solidarity

A concept in sociology that describes a form of social cohesion derived from the homogeneity of individuals in a society, often found in traditional and small-scale societies.

Organic Solidarity

A term referring to the social cohesion that arises when individuals in a society perform a wide variety of specialized roles and thus become interdependent.

Cohesiveness

The quality of forming a united whole, especially in social groups, characterized by mutual agreement, solidarity, and attachment among members.