From a conflict perspective, which of the following is true about stratification?
a. Rewards for people in a society are consistent with their contributions.
b. People in all societies will be motivated to compete in order to acquire more of the scarce desirables.
c. Stratification persists because it helps people holding the most power and economic resources to maintain the status quo.
d. Stratification ensures the best qualified people will get the jobs.
e. Members of a society share the same values and beliefs.
C
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