Which Sociological Perspective Would Argue That Disasters Such as the Gulf

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which sociological perspective would argue that disasters such as the Gulf Coast oil spill can result in positive consequences such as employment booms in certain industries and/or a revitalization of certain social movements such as environmentalism?

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

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Definitions:

Subsidy

Financial assistance granted by the government or a public body to support businesses, reduce costs, and encourage economic activities.

Domestic Firms

Companies that operate primarily within the country of their incorporation, focusing on serving the local market.

Inefficient

Lacking in effectiveness or productivity, resulting in wasted resources or effort without achieving the desired output.

Economies Of Scale

Cost advantages reaped by companies when production becomes efficient, as the scale of operation increases, leading to a lower cost per unit.