SAGE News Clips: The Death PenaltyClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 174 and watch the videos. When you've finished watching the videos, come back to the test and answer the following questions:Conflict theory would explain the death sentence for Troy Davis as evidence of what?
A. the prioritization of public safety
B. the structural functionalism of the criminal justice system
C. the unequal criminalization of people of color
D. the fair maintenance of the social order
Answer: C
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