Different Countries Perceive Status Differently

question 53

Multiple Choice

Different countries perceive status differently. For example, status in French society depends to a large extent on education and seniority. Such an emphasis on education and seniority is called:

• A) ascribed status
• B) prescribed status
• C) status differentiation
• D) achieved status
• E) earned status

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