____________ Systems Are Based on Achieved Status and Permit Considerable

question 17

Multiple Choice

____________ systems are based on achieved status and permit considerable social mobility.

• A) Class
• B) Chiefdom
• C) Egalitarian
• D) Rank
• E) Caste

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Definitions:

Supply Base

The network of suppliers from which a company procures its goods, services, and materials.

Competitiveness

The ability of a company, country, or product to compete effectively and successfully in the market.

Purchased Materials

Goods and components bought from external suppliers for use in manufacturing processes or for resale.

Commodity Manager

A professional responsible for procuring raw materials, goods, or services in a specific commodity area, often focusing on strategy, supplier selection, and price negotiation.