Bernard Is Studying an Indigenous Society Where Large Body Sizes

question 61

Multiple Choice

Bernard is studying an indigenous society where large body sizes are considered a sign of good health and lean bodies are considered a sign of weakness and poor health. Bernard is focusing his research on the way members of this society define health rather than focusing on a standardized medical measurement of health. Which sociological perspective is Bernard using?

• A) the functionalist perspective.
• B) the conflict perspective.
• C) complementary and alternative medicine (CAM).
• D) the symbolic interactionist perspective.

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