Jason is writing a paper on social stratification. The basic argument of his paper is that the job of "college professor" is extremely important to the creation of knowledge and production of culture. Due to this importance, college professors deserve a pay increase to attract the smartest and most capable individuals to fill this important role. Which theory of stratification is Jason arguing?

A. feminist
B. structural-functional
C. conflict
D. evolution


Answer: B

Sociology

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