Britain's Prince William and Prince Harry, sons of Prince Charles, were born into royalty and thus gained instant notoriety. This is an example of which characteristic?

A. achievement
B. accomplishment
C. attainment
D. ascription


Answer: D

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What will be an ideal response?

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