Which of the Following Accurately Describes the Myth of Meritocracy

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately describes the myth of meritocracy?

• A) The notion of pulling oneself up by her or his bootstraps due to equal access within capitalist society.
• B) The idea that the "second shift" means women are equally compensated both monetarily and socially.
• C) The idea that wealth is accumulated by merit;class,gender,race,and other factors have no bearing on the accumulation of wealth in society.
• D) The notion that wealth is equally accessible with or without a college education,and that women are the primary workers and men are the primary caretakers.

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Definitions:

Resist Change

The tendency to oppose or struggle against modifications in procedures, processes, or status quo.

Qualified Replacement

A person who possesses the necessary skills, experience, and qualifications to fill a vacant position effectively.

Resistance

Opposition or pushback encountered when introducing changes, innovations, or new ideas.

Climate Of Distrust

An environment characterized by skepticism and suspicion among individuals or groups, often leading to a lack of collaboration and openness.