A sociologist states that a group is disadvantaged because its members lack the necessary skills to perform jobs,which are rewarded by society.The sociologist is operating from the:
A) Functionalist perspective
B) Conflict perspective
C) Economic perspective
D) Symbolic interaction perspective

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The functionalist perspective in sociology posits that society is a system of interconnected parts that work together in harmony to maintain a state of balance and social equilibrium for the whole. The statement given reflects this perspective by suggesting that the disadvantage faced by the group is due to a lack of necessary skills to perform socially rewarded jobs, implying a disruption in the social equilibrium that needs to be addressed for the society to function properly.

A Sociologist States That a Group Is Disadvantaged Because Its