Discussion Post: Realistic Solutions, Review of Theories
In your view, which sociological perspective best explains the relationship between American values as abstract concepts and American values as they play out in the real world? Elaborate and provide an example that relates to a topic we have covered.
1) Structural functionalism and its premise about the importance of consensus and cooperation
2) Conflict theory and its premise about tension over scarce resources.
3) Symbolic interactionism and its premise of the importance of symbols and their interpretation in every- day life.
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.