Which Theory Maintains That Inequality Is Based Mainly on Class

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which theory maintains that inequality is based mainly on class and considers racism to be a mechanism used by the wealthy to prevent the working class from recognizing its own interests?

• A) Split labor market theory
• B) Internal colonialism theory
• C) Culture of poverty theory
• D) Marxist theory

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