According to the Text,which Term Identifies Persistent Patterns of Social

question 73

Multiple Choice

According to the text,which term identifies persistent patterns of social inequality,perpetuated by the distribution of wealth,power,and prestige passed from one generation to the next?

• A) social mobility
• B) social striation
• C) social position
• D) social stratification

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Definitions:

Natural Monopoly

A market in which a single firm can provide a good or service at a lower cost than any potential competitor, due to economies of scale.

Lower Cost

A situation where the expenses involved in producing a good or service are reduced, leading to potential savings.

Social Regulation

Rules imposed by government aimed at improving societal welfare, focusing on areas such as health, safety, and the environment, rather than on economic matters.

Natural Monopoly

A market structure where a single firm can produce at a lower cost than can two or more firms, justifying limited competition.