Which sociological perspective would be most likely to argue that most talented people would not go to school for many years to become biochemists if they could make as much money and gain as much respect working as elevator operators?
A) functionalist perspective
B) conflict perspective
C) interactionist perspective
D) feminist perspective

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The functionalist perspective argues that society is a system of interconnected parts that work together to maintain stability. It suggests that roles and rewards are distributed based on merit and function, so more demanding and essential roles like biochemists are rewarded more to motivate talented individuals to fill them.

Which Sociological Perspective Would Be Most Likely to Argue That