Asked by Tatum Sobota on May 01, 2024

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Damien strongly believes that media support the interests of the elite. Which theory do his ideas reflect?

A) social constructionism
B) ethnomethodology
C) conflict theory
D) symbolic interactionism

Conflict Theory

A sociological perspective that emphasizes the role of power disparities and social conflicts in shaping societies, asserting that societal change is often achieved through conflict.

Elite Interests

The preferences or advantages sought by individuals or groups who hold a disproportionate amount of social, economic, or political power.

  • Recognize the theories explaining mass media's role in society, such as conflict theory and functionalism.
  • Examine the role of mass media in supporting elite interests and maintaining power structures.
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Zybrea KnightMay 06, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Damien's belief aligns with conflict theory, which posits that society is in a state of perpetual conflict due to competition for limited resources and that social structures and institutions reflect the interests of the powerful or elite groups within society.