One of the Most Important Characteristics of Systems of Stratification

question 61

Multiple Choice

One of the most important characteristics of systems of stratification is their degree of flexibility. In a closed system of stratification_______________ .

• A) people's positions are set by achieved statuses
• B) there is little or no social mobility
• C) the boundaries between levels in the hierarchies of social stratification are relatively fluid
• D) many opportunities exist for people who are willing to work hard

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NAMI Support

Assistance and resources provided by the National Alliance on Mental Illness, including support groups and educational materials for individuals with mental illness and their families.

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Activities or policies designed to improve well-being and prevent disease, enhancing the physical, mental, and social health of individuals or communities.

Vocational Rehabilitation

A process that enables individuals with disabilities or injuries to overcome barriers to accessing, maintaining, or returning to employment or other useful occupation.

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Employment in a workplace where individuals compete for positions, pay, and advancement based on skills and abilities, without special accommodations for disabilities.