Racial hierarchies are supported and perpetuated through economic inequality.This statement represents the views of
A) functionalists.
B) conflict theorists.
C) symbolic interactionists.
D) feminist theorists.
E) exchange theorists.

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Conflict theorists view social inequality as a result of power struggles between groups. They argue that racial hierarchies are maintained through economic inequality, where dominant groups hold economic power and use it to oppress minority groups. This perpetuates the cycle of racial discrimination and inequality.

Racial Hierarchies Are Supported and Perpetuated Through Economic Inequality