Which sociological perspective would be most likely to argue that most talented people would not go to school for many years to become biochemists if they could make as much money and gain as much respect working as elevator operators?

A. functionalist perspective
B. conflict perspective
C. interactionist perspective
D. feminist perspective


A. functionalist perspective

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What will be an ideal response?

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