Question

identify the true and false statements about conflict theory. true statement(s) deviance can play a positive force in pushing back against power imbalances. social stability occurs when there is a greater imbalance of power than when social conflict occurs. social conflict is a sign that society is not functioning well. social norms arise from general consensus. false statement(s)

Explanation:

Conflict theory views deviance as a way to challenge power imbalances, so the statement about deviance is true. Social conflict is seen as a natural part of society with competing interests, not necessarily a sign of malfunction, so the statement about social - conflict being a sign of non - functioning is false. Social stability is not more likely with greater power imbalances according to conflict theory, so that statement is false. Social norms are seen as arising from power struggles rather than general consensus in conflict theory, so that statement is false.

Answer:

True Statement(s): Deviance can play a positive force in pushing back against power imbalances.
False Statement(s): Social conflict is a sign that society is not functioning well., Social stability occurs when there is a greater imbalance of power than when social conflict occurs., Social norms arise from general consensus.