Social Stratification Flashcard

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What is social stratification?

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The hierarchical arrangement of individuals or groups in society

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Which of the following is NOT a key factor in social stratification? Class, Wealth, Education, Randomness

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Randomness

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How does social stratification impact life?

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It impacts various aspects of life, including education, career, and lifestyle choices

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What does Socioeconomic Status (SES) refer to in social stratification?

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An individual's place within the stratification system

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Which type of social stratification is based on economic factors like income and wealth?

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Class-based stratification

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What characterizes the caste system in social stratification?

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Hereditary and often associated with specific occupations

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What is meritocracy based on in social stratification?

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Individual achievement and talent

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What is the belief behind the American Dream?

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Success can be achieved through hard work

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What does social mobility refer to?

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Movement between different social strata

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What is vertical social mobility?

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Moving up or down the social ladder