Which of the Following Is Not an Ascribed Status

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an ascribed status?

• A) sex
• B) ethnicity
• C) attitude
• D) social background

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Definitions:

Older Americans

Individuals typically categorized within the demographic group aged 65 years and older, often examined in the context of social, economic, and health-related research and policy.

VALS Framework

A tool used to categorize consumers into eight distinct types based on their responses to a questionnaire, which assesses psychological traits that influence purchasing behavior.

Consumer Groups

Organizations or collectives formed to protect the interests of consumers by advocating for consumer rights and providing education on various issues.

Segmenting Variable

Characteristics of individuals or groups used to divide a market into segments for targeted marketing.