Mr. Griffin met with the school principal about the school's upcoming standardized tests. He is concerned that the scores may be used to label students as "smart" or "dumb." Which perspective best describes Mr. Griffin's views?
A. conflict
B. interactionist
C. functionalist
D. ethnocentric
Answer: B
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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