An Ascribed Status Is a Social Position

question 75

Multiple Choice

An ascribed status is a social position

• A)attained by a person largely through his or her own effort.
• B)assigned to a person without regard to the person's unique characteristics or talents.
• C)based solely on income and wealth.
• D)based solely on lifestyle.

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