The social institutions in a system of inequality
a. are usually geared toward helping people out of poverty.
b. are neutral, allowing people to rise and fall according to their ability and effort.
c. are created to bring about greater equality.
d. serve the interests of those who are wealthiest and most powerful.
d
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