Question

A _____ perspective of education points out that although mass education is emphasized, and has the potential to promote equality in both capitalist and socialist societies, the institution of education actually promotes and perpetuates inequality.

a) Functionalist
b) Conflict
c) Symbolic Interactionist
d) Feminist

Answer 1

Conflict theorists believe that education perpetuates inequality in society and maintains the status quo.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer is b) Conflict.

Conflict theorists believe that education perpetuates inequality in society.

They argue that schools serve to maintain the status quo and reinforce social inequalities based on class, gender, race, and ethnicity

. According to conflict theory, the educational system pushes individuals of lower status into obedience and does not reduce social inequality.