Which sociological perspective would maintain that the laws of a society are created by the groups in power and help those groups maintain their superior status?
A) functionalist perspective
B) conflict perspective
C) interactionist perspective
D) global perspective

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The conflict perspective theorizes that society is in a constant struggle between different groups competing for resources and power. Those in power create laws and institutions to preserve their position and maintain the status quo. Therefore, this perspective maintains that the laws of a society are created by the groups in power to help them maintain their superior status.

Which Sociological Perspective Would Maintain That the Laws of a Society