Gerhard Lenski argues that social inequality may have once served the overall purposes of society, but the degree of social and economic inequality that now exists far exceeds the need to provide for goods and services. This facet of Lenski's analysis is consistent with which perspective?
A. functionalist perspective
B. conflict perspective
C. interactionist perspective
D. global perspective
B. conflict perspective
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A) ethnicity. B) ethnocentrism. C) poor taste. D) cultural relativism.
Define culture and describe how it can be both a stabilizing force and a source of conflict in societies
What will be an ideal response?
Researchers have consistently found that physical aggression is more common in married couples than in cohabiting couples
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What is the gender gap? Relate this specifically to differences between men and women in terms of voting behavior and political attitudes.
What will be an ideal response?