Conflict theory states that prejudice is
A)a tool used by powerful people to oppress others.
B)built into culture itself.
C)common among immigrants.
D)common among certain people with rigid personalities.

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Conflict theory, a sociological approach, argues that prejudice is a tool used by those in power to maintain their power, and that it serves to oppress those who are not in power. This aligns with choice A, which states that prejudice is a tool used by powerful people to oppress others.

Conflict Theory States That Prejudice Is