System-blame approach in studying social problems

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According to William Graham Sumner, the rich are successful because

A) they are superior.
B) they have worked hard.
C) there is a conspiracy by the powerful who keep the poor down.
D) All of the above

Which of the following is a reason for using the system-blame approach in studying social problems?

A) The institutional framework of society is the source of many social problems.
B) A balance is needed since most people in our society tend to blame the individual.
C) Accepting the system-blame approach is a necessary first step in restructuring society along more humane lines.
D) All of the above

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