Social Stratification U.S crash course youtube Flashcard

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What are the three dimensions of social stratification introduced by Max Weber?

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Economic class, social status, and power

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What is the definition of wealth, as discussed in the video?

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The total value of assets, including real estate and stocks

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Which group in the United States holds the highest percentage of total income? Options: Bottom quintile, Middle quintile, Top quintile, Top 5%

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Top quintile

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According to the video, what practice contributed to racial wealth inequality in the past? Segregation, Redlining, Gentrification, School desegregation

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Redlining

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What is the median net worth of households in the top quintile of income, as discussed in the video?

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$630,000

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What is the cut-off for entering the top 1% of the wealth distribution in the U.S., according to the video?

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$2.4 million

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What was the key finding in the 2014 study by Martin Gilens and Benjamin Page?

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The wealthiest Americans had the most influence on laws.

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According to the National Opinion Research Center, which occupation is considered one of the most prestigious? Options: Private Detective, Office Supervisor, College President, Purchasing Manager

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College President

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What percentage of Americans aged 25 and older had a bachelor's degree as of 2015?

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33%

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What term describes a society where social stratification is based on individual merit, such as talent and effort?

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Meritocracy