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jilianpiloj

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In the distribution of scarce resources, caste systems rely on __________ statuses and class systems rely to a greater degree on __________ statuses.
 
  a. achieved; ascribed
  b. employment; educational
  c. educational; employment
  d. ascribed; achieved

Question 2

A status that is optional, one that we can reach (or fail to reach) on the basis of our own efforts, is called:
 
  a. an achieved status.
  b. an ascribed status.
  c. a flexible status.
  d. an active status.



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Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

a



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