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gonzo233

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Individuals who are poor and minorities may abuse drugs as a result of alienation from society due to unpleasant and low-paying jobs. This illustrates which of the following types of sociological explanations?
 
  a. Structural-functionalist
 b. Conflict theory
 c. Symbolic interactionist
 d. Biological

Question 2

According to the conflict perspective, alcohol is legal because it
 
  a. is one of the safest drugs available.
 b. is often consumed by those who have the power to define its acceptability.
 c. plays an important role in relieving social stress.
 d. provides a pleasurable experience to people when they first try it.



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fwbard

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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

b




gonzo233

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
:D TYSM


miss.ashley

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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