Robert was the CEO of a large manufacturing company. He was caught embezzling millions of dollars of corporate funds. He was convicted of his crime, and is currently serving a very long jail term. Which of the criticisms of conflict theory does this example illustrate?
A. Conflict theory exaggerates the importance of capitalism.
B. Conflict theory downplays street crimes.
C. Conflict theory overlooks the fact that some affluent people don't always get away with crimes.
D. Conflict theory ignores the ways that crime is functional for society.
E. Conflict theory focuses almost entirely on men as both victims and offenders.
Answer: C
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