An Individual's Position in a Social Structure, Especially with Respect

question 83

Multiple Choice

An individual's position in a social structure, especially with respect to power, privilege, or importance is known as

• A)an ascribed role.
• B)social dimension.
• C)status.
• D)self-assertion.

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Definitions:

Barr Body

Dark-staining body in the cell nuclei of female mammals that contains a condensed, inactive X chromosome; named after its discoverer, Murray Barr.

Nuclei

Organelles found in eukaryotic cells that contain most of the cell's genetic material and are involved in controlling the cell's growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

Female Cells

Female cells refer to the cells containing XX chromosomes, which contribute to the development of female characteristics and reproductive capabilities in organisms.

Dystrophin

A protein involved in maintaining the integrity of muscle cells, with mutations in its gene leading to muscular dystrophies.