A farmer is called to help sandbag a levy that is about to flood his town. The farmer is stationed between two correctional-center inmates who are required to assist in the flood-control efforts. As a result of this experience, the farmer has developed a newfound respect for inmates. This example would be consistent with which perspective?
A. interactionist perspective
B. functionalist perspective
C. conflict perspective
D. global perspective
Answer: A
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