Which of the Following Accurately Characterizes the Concept of Stratification

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately characterizes the concept of stratification?

• A) Stratification relies primarily on income; that is, the more money you have, the higher your status.
• B) Stratification cannot exist without extreme laws holding it in place, such as slavery or caste.
• C) High status cannot be achieved without a high income.
• D) Income, wealth, education, lifestyle, and occupation often are correlated, but there are notable exceptions.

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