Which theoretical approach examines how the mass media contribute to economic inequality and to maintaining the core values of a stratified social order?

A) functionalism
B) conflict theory
C) interpretive approaches
D) sociolinguistics
E) social deconstructionism

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Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Conflict theory examines how groups with different interests compete for resources and power. In the case of mass media, it is argued that media moguls, who largely control what content is distributed, use the media to promote their interests and maintain economic inequality and social stratification. Therefore, the best choice is B - conflict theory.

Which theoretical approach examines how the mass media contribute to economic inequality and to maintaining the core values of a stratified social order?

A) functionalism
B) conflict theory
C) interpretive approaches
D) sociolinguistics
E) social deconstructionism

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Which theoretical approach examines how the mass media contribute to economic inequality and to maintaining the core values of a stratified social order?A) functionalismB) conflict theoryC) interpretive approachesD) sociolinguisticsE) social deconstructionism

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Which theoretical approach examines how the mass media contribute to economic inequality and to maintaining the core values of a stratified social order?

A) functionalism
B) conflict theory
C) interpretive approaches
D) sociolinguistics
E) social deconstructionism