A young boy is born into an Indian-American family in an urban area, and his parents save so that he can attend a top college. At the end of college, the young man decides to pursue his master's in business administration and also takes a job as a marketing consultant. Which of the following would be the best an example of an achieved status?
A. Indian-American
B. son
C. male
D. marketing consultant
Answer: D
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