Liam, a theorist, believes that patriarchal societies tend to make men more violent toward women. He also believes that variables such as power, privilege, and status influence the level of violence that men display toward women. In this scenario, Liam subscribes ________.

A) feminist theories
B) social exchange theories
C) resource theories
D) social learning theories


Ans: A) feminist theories

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