Davis and Moore's Explanation of Class Stratification Differs from That

question 29

Multiple Choice

Davis and Moore's explanation of class stratification differs from that of Marx and Weber because

• A) they tend to focus more on the role of inheritance in attaining social status.
• B) they argue that blue-collar occupations deserve more prestige in our society.
• C) they argue that rewards for one's social position are based upon the needs of society.
• D) they pay more attention to the need for the redistribution of resources to make society more equal and stable.

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