Question

5)True or False: A conflict theorist thinks the political system within a capitalist state is a separate, independent institution, which is not under the influence of those with great economic power. 6)True or False: A conflict theorist would focus on the fact that those with wealth are better able to navigate and manipulate the criminal justice system in the U.S. and also think this is inherently wrong

Answer 1

5.

A conflict theorist thinks the political system within a capitalist state is a separate, independent institution, which is not under the influence of those with great economic power.

False; (As the capitalists try to control the power in order to continue their exploitation)

6. A conflict theorist would focus on the fact that those with wealth are better able to navigate and manipulate the criminal justice system in the U.S. and also think this is inherently wrong.

True (As the capitalists try to control the criminal justice system in order to continue their exploitation)