If society is based upon conflict over material and symbolic resources, as is assumed by conflict theorists, then we should expect what to happen if and when fundamental changes to a core institution, such as marriage, are proposed?
A. Majority groups will begin to align themselves with minority groups as they come to see the change as inevitable and natural.
B. Minority groups will begin to align themselves with majority groups as they come to see the change as impossible and destructive.
C. Groups and organizations with vested interests in those institutions will martial their defenses and go on the offense to protect the institution.
D. Symbolic conflict will turn into physical conflict as opposing protest groups are more likely to come into close contact during their demonstrations.
Answer: C
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