Kaitlyn is a 65-year-old white woman and, as such, certain attitudes and behaviors are expected of her in her small New England town
Those statuses over which she has no control and yet lead others to have certain expectations of her would be considered her
a. master status.
b. ascribed status.
c. achieved status.
d. role.
Answer: b. ascribed status
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