A conflict theorist would argue that families are structured to
A)value reproductive work.
B)confer social status that is unequal.
C)provide care and emotional support.
D)perpetuate social equality.

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Conflict theory emphasizes how social structures and institutions perpetuate inequalities and power differentials. In the context of families, a conflict theorist would argue that families are structured in ways that confer social status and perpetuate inequalities, rather than promoting equality or solely providing care and emotional support.

A Conflict Theorist Would Argue That Families Are Structured to