According to the textbook,the severe penalties in Canada for the trafficking of "street" drugs such as crack cocaine,compared to the relatively lenient penalties for white-collar crimes,such as fraud,can best be explained through which of the following perspectives?

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Conflict theory suggests that laws and punishments are created and enforced by those in power to maintain social inequality and protect their own interests. In this case, the severe penalties for drug trafficking can be seen as a way for the government to control marginalized communities and protect the interests of those in power. Meanwhile, white-collar crimes are typically committed by those in power and may be punished less severely because of their socioeconomic status and influence.

According to the Textbook,the Severe Penalties in Canada for the Trafficking