According to a conflict theorist's perspective of culture ______.

A. the meaning of symbols is learned and shared through interactions between individuals.
B. a society is composed of groups that each act to meet their own self-interests.
C. a cultural consensus exists because all of the people in a society have been taught the same cultural values.
D. shared norms, values, and beliefs hold a society or subculture together.


Answer: B

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