An Ascribed Status Is One That

question 95

Multiple Choice

An ascribed status is one that

• A) someone tries to achieve but fails to do so.
• B) a person achieves but they did not have to work hard at it.
• C) someone achieves but then they decide they do not like it.
• D) is assigned to a person despite their wishes or abilities.

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Definitions:

Labeling

The process of classifying and naming individuals or groups based on their perceived characteristics, often leading to stereotypes or social stigma.

Personality Traits

Persistent traits or inclinations that affect a person's actions in various contexts.

Conscientiousness

A characteristic of being reliable, dependable, and having a deep commitment to responsibility.

Big Five

A psychological framework that explains human personality via five wide-ranging traits: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.