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Chelseaamend

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Distinguish between ascribed status and achieved status, giving an example of each.
 
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As changes in the division of labor become more complex and more specialized institutions arise, the family must become a more specialized institution. This statement is an expression of which of the following approaches to family study?
 
  a. conflict theory
  b. exchange theory
  c. functionalism
  d. the ecological perspective


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Reply #1 on: Jul 1, 2018
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An ascribed status is a position or rank that is assigned to an individual at birth and cannot be changed. Examples include male or female or race. An achieved status is a position or rank that is earned through the efforts of the individual. Examples include college graduate or president of the United States.

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