Which General Theoretical Framework in Sociology Is Most Likely to State

Multiple Choice

Which general theoretical framework in sociology is most likely to state the following: In selecting a marriage partner, a man is likely to seriously consider potential mates who allow him to maintain power and control in the relationship. He will seek to maintain authority over a woman's wealth, earnings, sexual favors, and social status, especially in a society where patriarchy prevails as an ideology and justifies his actions in the larger society.

A) conflict theory
B) symbolic interactionism
C) structural functional theory
D) exchange theory