The second assumption of a synthesis approach is that societies are organized, but the process of organization generates conflict. This is because
a. scarce resources can be equally distributed but those in power control allocation decisions in their own favor.
b. scarce resources can never be equally distributed, and those who have power end up making the allocation decisions.
c. those without power always envy those with power, and thus create conflict to level the playing field.
d. those without power control the means of production and allocation of resources, but lack the intelligence to distribute resources equitably.
Answer: b. scarce resources can never be equally distributed, and those who have power end up making the allocation decisions.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).