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James Q.Wilson points out that discretion decreases as one moves down the organizational hierarchy.
Davis-Moore Thesis
A theory suggesting that social stratification is beneficial to society because it ensures that the most capable individuals occupy the most important roles.
Status Symbols
Material indicators that demonstrate a person’s social and economic position.
Social Mobility
The movement of individuals or groups within or between social strata in a society.
Intra-Generational Mobility
The movement of individuals within or between social classes and occupations over their lifetime, reflecting changes in their social and economic status.
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