Richard Worked Very Hard on His Grades and Worked After

question 15

Multiple Choice

Richard worked very hard on his grades and worked after school part time to be able to afford tutors to help him advance his education. When he was named number one in his class, he earned a certain status. The best term to describe the form of status that Richard earned is ________.

• A) reference group affiliation
• B) achieved status
• C) classification status
• D) ascribed status

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Definitions:

Nonverbal Indicators

Communication cues that do not involve the spoken word, but convey meaning through body language, facial expressions, and other physical behaviors.

Proper Timing

Choosing the right moment to perform or execute an action for optimal results.

Mental Condition

A term that encompasses various psychological states, disorders, and illnesses affecting a person's thinking, emotional state, and behavior.

Active Listening

A method of listening that involves paying full attention to the speaker, understanding their message, and responding thoughtfully.