Monica is investigating the ways that poverty is dealt with in socialist and capitalist societies. She predicts that socialist societies will be more likely to expand in order to find jobs for the poor than capitalist societies. Which of the following theories is Monica likely using?

a. Demographic transition

b. Conflict

c. Wealth flow

d. Symbolic interactionist

The correct answer is: B. Conflict theory.

Explanation:

The conflict theory is a sociological theory proposed by thinker and philosopher Karl Marx that consists in a view of society as an ideal playground for conflict to arise because in this society human beings are competing against each other for limited resources.

According to this theory capitalists, societies do their best to benefit the rich and dehumanize the poor.

In this particular case Monica is investigating the ways that poverty is dealt with in socialist and capitalist societies. She predicts that socialist societies will be more likely to expand in order to find jobs for the poor than capitalist societies.

The theory that she is most likely using is: B. Conflict.