Conflict Theorists Argue That the Functionalist Theory of Social Stratification

question 39

Multiple Choice

Conflict theorists argue that the functionalist theory of social stratification falls short because

• A)one must assume that social stratification exists in all societies.
• B)workers who perform the same jobs tend to receive equal pay regardless of their race or sex.
• C)salary reflects an occupation's contribution to society.
• D)it is difficult to determine the functional importance of an occupation.

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