Which Sociological Perspective Would Emphasize How Inequalities in Health Care

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which sociological perspective would emphasize how inequalities in health care have clear life-and-death consequences for some due to the unequal distribution of resources?

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

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Definitions:

Excessively

To a degree or extent that exceeds what is normal or permissible.

Doctors

Medical professionals who are licensed to diagnose and treat illnesses, perform surgery, and prescribe medication to patients.

Dopamine System

A complex network within the brain that's responsible for regulating pleasure, reward, and motivation, primarily through the neurotransmitter dopamine.

Brain

The organ in the head of humans and other vertebrates that controls the body's actions and responses, processes sensations, and is the center of thought and emotion.