Why Did Max Weber Maintain That Social Stratification Is Multidimensional

question 113

Multiple Choice

Why did Max Weber maintain that social stratification is multidimensional?

• A) because social position is based upon education and other ascribed statuses
• B) because social position is based upon subjective as well as objective criteria
• C) because social position is based upon personal attributes such as attractiveness
• D) because social position is based upon power and prestige, in addition to wealth

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