Which General Theoretical Framework in Sociology Is Most Likely to State

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which general theoretical framework in sociology is most likely to state the following: In selecting a marriage partner, a man is likely to seriously consider potential mates who allow him to maintain power and control in the relationship. He will seek to maintain authority over a woman's wealth, earnings, sexual favors, and social status, especially in a society where patriarchy prevails as an ideology and justifies his actions in the larger society.

• A) conflict theory
• B) symbolic interactionism
• C) structural functional theory
• D) exchange theory

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