Introductory Sociology CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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Who created the 'conflict perspective'?

Karl Marx
Emile Durkheim
George Herbert Mead
Sigmund Freud

The correct answer is: Karl Marx

Karl Marx created the 'conflict perspective', which is a sociological theory that examines society as a competition for power and resources between different groups. Emile Durkheim, on the other hand, is known for his study of suicide and his theory of social integration. George Herbert Mead is a pioneering symbolic interactionist, focusing on the social construction of self through interactions with others. Sigmund Freud is a prominent figure in the field of psychology, known for his theories on psychoanalysis and the unconscious. None of these other choices are associated with the creation of the 'conflict perspective', making A the most accurate choice.