According to the conflict perspective, which of the following is a criticism of the functional perspective on racial/ethnic inequality?
a. Inequality produces a cycle of oppression leading to new rebellions and new
forms of oppression.
b. The group with the most power, wealth, and status installs itself as the dominant
group, and everyone else becomes the subordinate group.
c. It is based on a consciousness of kind that is not functional for society.
d. Funneling racial/ethnic groups into jobs may benefit the public, but it exploits a
powerless group of people.
Answer: D
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