Match the perspective with its key principles

1. Each group within society has different definitions of right and wrong
a. Consensus perspective
2. Law violators are a unique subgroup with distinguishing features
b. Pluralist perspective
3. Most members of a society believe in the existence of core values
c. Conflict perspective
4. Those in power want to maintain their power against those who would usurp it

5. There is a generalized agreement on the usefulness of formalized laws as a mechanism for dispute resolution

6. The law serves everyone equally

7. Society is made up of diverse social groups

8. The legal system is value neutral


1. c
2. a
3. a
4. c
5. b
6. a
7. c
8. b

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