What Is the Relationship Between Social Class and Race, Ethnicity

question 9

Multiple Choice

What is the relationship between social class and race, ethnicity, gender, and age in the United States today?

• A) Race and ethnicity are more important than any other factor in determining social class.
• B) These variables are irrelevant to social class.
• C) Strictly speaking, social class is determined by socioeconomic status, but there is often overlap between class and these other variables.
• D) These other variables matter for members of the upper class but not for members of the middle or lower classes.
• E) These variables matter for members of the lower class but not for members of the upper or middle class.

---

Definitions:

Retail Outlet

A storefront or shop that sells goods directly to end consumers, often as part of a larger chain or franchise.

Optimal Level

The most favorable point, amount, or degree of something for a particular situation or purpose.

Loan Terms

The conditions and agreements under which a loan is provided, including the interest rate, repayment schedule, and other obligations.

Cash on Hand

Refers to the total amount of liquid assets that are accessible to a company or individual at any given time.