Social constructionism
A sociologist argues that racial categories differ across countries and historical periods and exist because of social agreement rather than biology. This view is:
Answer D: explanation for every choice
A
Functionalism asks how social structures contribute to stability.
B
Rational choice theory explains behavior as individuals maximizing benefits.
C
Social exchange theory explains interactions as weighing costs and rewards.
D
Correct. Social constructionism holds that many categories exist because people collectively define and maintain them.
TakeawaySocial constructionism: a category is real because people agree it is.
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