Which sociological perspective would be likely to suggest that family decision making reflects the inequality of traditional gender stratification, in which men have held a dominant position over women?
A. Functionalist perspective
B. Interactionist perspective
C. Labeling perspective
D. Conflict perspective
Answer: D
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