Which Sociological Perspective Would Be Most Likely to Focus on Gatekeeping

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which sociological perspective would be most likely to focus on gatekeeping as a process that reflects a desire to maximize profits by those with power and authority?

• A) interactionist perspective
• B) global perspective
• C) functionalist perspective
• D) conflict perspective

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Definitions:

Specific Triggers

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Mindfulness

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Transactional Analysis

A psychoanalytic theory and method of therapy wherein social transactions are analyzed to determine the ego state of the communicator as a basis for understanding behavior.

Temperament Adjustment

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