Which of the Following Is a Form of Stratification in Which

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a form of stratification in which all positions are awarded on the basis of merit?

• A) democracy
• B) meritocracy
• C) capitalism
• D) oligarchy
• E) technocracy

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