describe and discuss the theoretical perspectives on social stratification
Social stratification can be explained by different perspectives like;
Functionalism; According to functionalism, different aspects of society exist as each serves a needed purpose.
Conflict theory; Conflict theorists based their work of Karl Marx. Marx believed social stratication resulted from people's relationship to production; people were divided due to the fact that they; either owned factories or worked in them
Symbolic interactionism; According to this view, the built-in system of social stratication helps in grouping people together. According to the Symbolic interactionists; people's appearance reflects their perceived social standing. Thus; housing, clothing, transportation, hairstyles, taste in accessories, and personal style all indicate social status.
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