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Sociologists use three major perspectives that are Functionalism perspective, Conflict theory, and Symbolic Interactionism. Each theory helps a person see how institutions and individual experiences affect education and its outcomes.

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Sociologists use three major perspectives that are Functionalism perspective, Conflict theory, and Symbolic Interactionism. Each theory helps a person see how institutions and individual experiences affect education and its outcomes.

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Based on your experiences, provide one or more examples that can be considered as either functional or dysfunctional. Please provide a brief answer in the comments section.

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Read the article and answer the question below:
https://www.thoughtco.com/functionalist-perspective-3026625

1. What is the main idea of conflict theory?

2. How does conflict theory explain social inequality and power imbalances in society?

3. What are some potential benefits and drawbacks of conflict in society, according to conflict theorists?

Please provide a brief answer on each question in the comments section.

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Based on your own interpretation of the picture provided, how does the concept of the looking glass self relate to symbolic interactionism? Please provide a brief answer in the comments section.