In the context of the sociological explanations of racial-ethnic inequality, _____ see ongoing strife between dominant and minority groups.
A) functionalists
B) conflict theorists
C) symbolic interactionists
D) feminist theorists
E) exchange theorists
Question 2
In the context of racial-ethnic inequality, which of the following is most likely to be stated by a functionalist?
A) Racial-ethnic inequality persists because it benefits minority groups.
B) If a society aims to eliminate racial-ethnic inequality, newcomers must retain their original cultural heritage and values in the host country.
C) Racial-ethnic inequality is dysfunctional, but much of the inequity can be attributed to individual failings and a lack of acculturation.
D) In a meritocratic society, people should be rewarded for their ethnicity rather than their accomplishments to minimize racial-ethnic inequality.
E) Immigration is dysfunctional for the host nation as it leads to racial-ethnic inequality.
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