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What is the definition of social stratification?
What is the definition of social stratification?
- The random grouping of individuals based on their birthplace
- The hierarchical arrangement of social categories and groups based on factors like power, wealth, and prestige (correct)
- The separation of society into two distinct classes: rich and poor
- The equal distribution of wealth and power in society
What factors are used to categorize individuals or groups in social classes?
What factors are used to categorize individuals or groups in social classes?
- Age, gender, and education
- Power, wealth, and prestige (correct)
- Physical appearance, intelligence, and nationality
- Religion, hobbies, and social media usage
What is the term used to describe the layering of social classes from higher to lower class?
What is the term used to describe the layering of social classes from higher to lower class?
- Social Stratification (correct)
- Social Segregation
- Social Grouping
- Social Categorization
What is the hope for individuals belonging to different social classes in a society?
What is the hope for individuals belonging to different social classes in a society?
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What is the role of statuses in social stratification?
What is the role of statuses in social stratification?
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Social Stratification
- Social stratification refers to the hierarchical arrangement of individuals or groups in a society based on factors such as wealth, power, prestige, and access to resources.
Categorization of Social Classes
- Individuals or groups are categorized into social classes based on factors including:
- Economic status (income, occupation, wealth)
- Social status (prestige, honor, respect)
- Political status (power, influence)
- Education level
- Ethnicity
- Gender
Social Class Hierarchy
- The layering of social classes from higher to lower class is referred to as a social hierarchy or social ladder.
Social Mobility
- The hope for individuals belonging to different social classes in a society is social mobility, or the ability to move up or down the social hierarchy through education, hard work, or other means.
Social Statuses
- Statuses play a crucial role in social stratification, as they define an individual's position within the social hierarchy and influence their access to resources and opportunities.
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