Joseph believes that social problems arise out of major contradictions in the way societies are organized, contradictions that lead to large-scale conflict between those who have access to the good life and those who do not. Which perspective comes closest to Joseph's views?
A. conflict
B. functionalist
C. institution building
D. symbolic interactionist
Answer: A
Sociology
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A) slower B) faster C) about the same D) nonexistent
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Sociology
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What will be an ideal response?
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