From a social-conflict point of view, jokes
A) tend to bring people together.
B) can be a way of making one category of people feel good at the expense of another.
C) are a good way of reducing conflict in society.
D) shouldn't be taken too seriously to avoid conflict.

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According to social-conflict theory, jokes can be used to reinforce dominant social norms and beliefs and to marginalize certain groups of people. Jokes can be a way of making one category of people feel good at the expense of another, perpetuating social inequalities and conflicts.

From a Social-Conflict Point of View, Jokes