The local clergy depends upon the local police force and politicians to protect them from allegations of wrongdoing. Parents in the community find that their grievances about the clergy's behavior are ignored. Which of the following would be the best approach to studying this social problem?
A. the objectivist approach
B. the symbolic interactionist approach
C. the structural functionalist approach
D. the conflict theory approach
Answer: D
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