____ Is a Prejudice About and a Discrimination Against,elderly People

question 52

Multiple Choice

____ is a prejudice about and a discrimination against,elderly people:

• A)Ageism
• B)Age stratification
• C)Generationism
• D)Gerontocracy
• E)Autocracy

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Definitions:

Cultural Capital

The collection of knowledge, skills, education, and advantages a person has, which gives them a higher status in society.

Social Reproduction

The process by which societal norms, values, and hierarchies are perpetuated and maintained across generations.

Bourdieu

Pierre Bourdieu, a French sociologist and public intellectual who is known for his theories of habitus, cultural capital, and social fields.

Wealth Gap

The significant disparity in the distribution of assets, wealth, and income between different groups within a society, often highlighting issues of inequality.