Which sociological perspective would likely suggest that members of new social movements tend to mobilize as they reject statements made by established authority figures, including scientists and technical authorities?
A) functionalist perspective
B) conflict perspective
C) interactionist perspective
D) epidemiological perspective

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The conflict perspective focuses on power struggles between groups and argues that social change often comes about through conflict and resistance to authority. This perspective would suggest that members of new social movements reject statements made by established authority figures as a way to challenge and resist their power and authority.

Which Sociological Perspective Would Likely Suggest That Members of New