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What does social stratification primarily classify individuals based on?
What does social stratification primarily classify individuals based on?
According to Max Weber, which of the following is NOT a determinant of social standing?
According to Max Weber, which of the following is NOT a determinant of social standing?
Which type of social mobility involves changing occupation without changing social standing?
Which type of social mobility involves changing occupation without changing social standing?
What is a potential cost associated with upward mobility?
What is a potential cost associated with upward mobility?
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Which term describes the respect and admiration a person receives for their achievements in society?
Which term describes the respect and admiration a person receives for their achievements in society?
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What characterizes downward mobility in a societal context?
What characterizes downward mobility in a societal context?
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Which of the following best describes inter-generational mobility?
Which of the following best describes inter-generational mobility?
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Which factor did Karl Marx emphasize as crucial for social stratification?
Which factor did Karl Marx emphasize as crucial for social stratification?
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Study Notes
Social Stratification
- Social stratification is the classification of people into socioeconomic classes based on factors like occupation, income, wealth, and social status.
- It's the relative social position of people within a social group, category, geographic region, or social unit.
Social Desirables
- These are factors, somewhat accepted or desired in a society, that sociologists may use to establish theoretical perspectives on social inequality.
- Examples include prestige (respect for accomplishments), power (social authority), and wealth (material prosperity).
Bases of Class - Karl Marx
- Karl Marx focused on material prosperity and ownership of the means of production.
- Key classes include bourgeoisie (owners) and proletariat (workers).
Bases of Class - Max Weber
- Max Weber differentiated between wealth, power, and prestige as social standing determinants.
- Examples of classes are the upper-class, white-collar workers, the bourgeoisie, and the manual worker class.
Social Mobility
- Social mobility encompasses changes in individuals', families', or households' positions within or between social classes within a society.
Types of Social Mobility
- Horizontal: Changing occupation without altering social standing.
- Vertical: Changing social position (upward or downward).
Upward Mobility
- Moving from a lower to higher social position.
- This can entail personal costs.
Downward Mobility
- Moving from a higher to a lower social position.
- Reasons can include wrongful actions leading to loss of position.
Intra-generational Mobility
- Changes in social position among members of the same generation.
- Includes career advancements or changes in social standing between siblings.
Inter-generational Mobility
- Changes in social position between generations.
- Can involve upward (improving) or downward (declining) shifts for individuals compared to their parents' generation.
Issues Related to Social Stratification
- Income Inequality (Philippines): Factors include rising urban households, variations in education levels, demographic change, and wage disparity.
- Ethnicity: Issues arise from cultural marginalization, land dispossession, and development aggression.
- Gender and Sexual Orientation: Discrimination against women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and workplace harassment.
- Disabilities: Denial of equal opportunity and physical impairments.
Addressing Social Stratification
- Promoting Inclusivity: Creating a more inclusive environment.
- Enabling Social Mobility: Fostering opportunities for social advancement.
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Explore the concepts of social stratification, social desirables, and the bases of class as analyzed by Karl Marx and Max Weber. This quiz dives into the socioeconomic classifications that shape our society and the historical perspectives on power, prestige, and wealth. Test your understanding of these critical sociological theories.
