Practice mode Social Mobility

Which of these is an ascribed status?

Correct answer C. Daughter

Explanation

An ascribed status is assigned at birth or independent of one's efforts. Being someone's daughter depends on birth, whereas runner and doctor are statuses earned through effort.

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