Which of the Following Is Not a Weakness of the Conflict

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a weakness of the conflict perspectives on deviance and crime?

• A) Conflict theory exaggerates the importance of capitalism.
• B) Conflict theory deemphasizes the crimes committed by low-income people.
• C) Conflict theory ignores the ways that deviance and crime are functional for society.
• D) Conflict theory ignores the linkages between power and social class.
• E) Conflict theory usually focuses on men.

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