Which Idea Is Central to the Davis and Moore Theory

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which idea is central to the Davis and Moore theory of stratification?

• A) To attract the best people,the most important positions are greatly rewarded.
• B) Often people rise to their highest level of incompetence,not their qualifications.
• C) The most important positions are often filled by the most connected people.
• D) No one position is more important for the survival of societies than another.

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