Which of the Following Is Defined as a Closed System

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is defined as a closed system of social stratification in which members are organized into hierarchically ranked groups with unequal access to rewards and privileges based on ascribed status?

• A) class
• B) gender
• C) race
• D) caste
• E) ethnicity

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Definitions:

Social Group

A collection of individuals who interact with one another, share similar characteristics, and collectively have a sense of unity or identity.

Decision-making Process

The cognitive process of selecting a course of action from among multiple alternatives, often involving a sequence of steps from identifying a problem to implementing a solution.

Strategy

A plan of action designed to achieve a particular goal or series of goals within competitive situations or under conditions of uncertainty.