A Society in Which There Is Unequal Access to Prestige

question 58

Multiple Choice

A society in which there is unequal access to prestige buequal access to economic resources is called a(n)

• A)egalitarian society.
• B)socially stratified society.
• C)rank society.
• D)class society.

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Definitions:

Public Interest Theory

The theory that regulation seeks to protect the public at large from inefficiencies and inequities that occur because of certain market practices.

Industrial Regulation

Laws and rules that govern how businesses can operate within certain industries, often to protect consumer interests and promote fair competition.

Social Regulation

Rules imposed by government aimed at improving health, safety, welfare, and well-being of citizens, often relating to environmental and consumer protection.

Federal Communications Commission

A U.S. government agency responsible for regulating interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable.