A Status That Is Occupied from the Moment of Birth

question 3

Multiple Choice

A status that is occupied from the moment of birth (e.g., your sex or race) is called an .

• A) acquired status
• B) assumed status
• C) ascribed status
• D) achieved status

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Definitions:

Treponema Pallidum

The bacterium that causes syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection that can have serious health consequences if not treated.

Penicillin

A group of antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections, derived from the Penicillium fungi.

Depo-Provera

A contraceptive injection containing progesterone that prevents ovulation, used as a form of birth control effective for three months per dose.

Contraceptive

Any method or device used to prevent pregnancy, ranging from hormonal pills and implants to barrier methods like condoms.