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What inequality theories are trying to explain

What inequality theories are trying to explain

Theory map showing consensus versus conflict and structure versus agency positions of major inequality theories

Sociologists use social inequality to mean uneven access to money, power, status, health and education. Social stratification means these inequalities form structured layers, while life chances describes the opportunities people have across their lives.

Theories and explanations for inequality and stratification Lesson

  1. A Level
  2. /Sociology
  3. /Theories and explanations for inequality and stratification

Step-by-step lessons covering Eduqas A Level Sociology Theories and explanations for inequality and stratification for A Level Sociology. Each lesson works through exam-style questions in Component 1, Component 2 and Component 3 format. Build a strong grasp of the core sociological perspectives (functionalism, Marxism, feminism, interactionism) early, since they underpin evaluation across every topic and exam question.

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