A sociologist states that a group is disadvantaged because its members lack the necessary skills to perform jobs, which are rewarded by society. The sociologist is operating from the
a. Functionalist perspective
b. Conflict perspective
c. Economic perspective
d. Symbolic interaction perspective
ANS: a
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What will be an ideal response?
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A. own B. develop C. acquire D. occupy