Question

According to social-conflict theorists, what is a possible problem in the power-elite model of government?
A. Foreign powers have too much influence.
B. People in need receive assistance quickly.
C. The average person's voice may not be heard.
D. The leaders do not have enough power.

Answer 1

I believe that according to social-conflict theorists, a possible problem in the power-elite model of government is that 'the average person's voice may not be heard'. So the correct answer is C.

Answer 2

The correct option is C.

The Social - Conflict theory is a social theory that is based on Marxist philosophy and it holds that life is a competition and the competition is centered around the distribution of resources and power in the society. The unequal distribution of resources and power in the society lead to social conflicts and ultimately gives birth to social change. Karl Marx is the pioneer of social conflict theory. In a government that it based on power elite model, one problem that will be experienced is that the common man's voice may not be heard.