Because laws represent the interests of those in power, crimes committed by the upper classes are typically treated more leniently than crimes committed by the lower classes. this argument is consistent with:

This argument is consistent with: conflict theory.

Explanation:

Conflict theory: is a theory that states that the dysfunction of society is due to categorising people into groups based on their status and this is harmful to society because it creates inequality whilst the rich keep getting richer and better treatment in the expense of the poor.

It focuses on how resources are unequally distributed, the abuse of power by those who hold prestigious positions , and inequality which is due to status differences based on who has more money or based on race and other factors. Those who have power and resources in the society are able to use them to influence how they get treated and rule over those who have less. There is a competition in resources according to the conflict theory and some seem to extract more resources for just themselves .

d is the correct answer.

b is incorrect because it makes food by itself

c is incorrect because us humans don't know how to produce their own food using the sun like plants.

a is incorrect because consumers can depend on carnivores for eating food for consumers to eat the dead organism. same thing with omnivores.

it apply by theyre artifacts