Which sociological perspective would view sports as serving as a safety valve for both participants and spectators, allowing them to shed tension and aggressive energy in a socially acceptable way?

A. functionalist perspective
B. conflict perspective
C. interactionist perspective
D. feminist perspective


A. functionalist perspective

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