Which of these statements is the best description of social class in the United States?
A. There is a very simple class structure with a very few wealthy landowners and the majority of others living comfortable lives.
B. The social class system is very simple because throughout the society, there is relative equality.
C. In the United States, social class is determined largely by occupation and thus is very malleable.
D. The U.S. class system is elaborate; it could be depicted by a ladder with a different social class at each rung.
Answer: D
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