Which of the following statements about a caste system is true?

A. Systematic inequalities are not apparent in the caste system.
B. Slavery is not part of the caste system, or closed stratification system.
C. The caste system is an open stratification system.
D. There is mobility between social positions, and their ascribed status is not permanent.
E. There is no mobility between social positions, and their ascribed status is permanent.


Answer: E

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