Some Theorists Do Not Include Income in Their Measure of Social

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Essay

Some theorists do not include income in their measure of social class, arguing that it is unnecessary. Defend this point of view and also explain why income is added when measuring social class in marketing.

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Tax Rate

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Treasury Stock Approach

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Outstanding Voting Stock

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Consolidated Stockholders' Equity

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