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 favours,and social status,especially in a society where patriarchy prevails as an ideology and justifies his actions in the larger society.

A) Exchange theory
B) Symbolic interactionism
C) Structural functional theory
D) Conflict theory
E) None of the above