Stratification encourages worker exploitation and promotes the interests of the rich and powerful.This statement best represents which theoretical perspective?
A) conflict
B) functionalist
C) symbolic interactionist
D) feminist
E) exchange theory

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The statement argues that stratification creates a power imbalance that allows the wealthy to exploit workers, which is a key tenet of the conflict perspective. This perspective sees society as divided into groups with competing interests, and conflicts arise over access to resources and power.

Stratification Encourages Worker Exploitation and Promotes the Interests of the Rich