Gerhard Lenski argues that social inequality may have once served the overall purposes of society, but the degree of social and economic inequality that now exists far exceeds the need to provide for goods and services. This facet of Lenski's analysis is consistent with which perspective?
A) functionalist perspective
B) conflict perspective
C) interactionist perspective
D) global perspective

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The idea that social inequality may have once served a purpose but now exceeds the need for goods and services implies that there is a conflict between those who have resources and those who do not. This is a key tenet of the conflict perspective, which emphasizes power struggles and inequality in society.

Gerhard Lenski Argues That Social Inequality May Have Once Served