Do you think gaining status is more important in our society than gaining power? Would you rather have high status, or high power? Please explain your answer.

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary but should include definitions of status and power. Status relates to the prestige attached to a person's positions within society. Power relates to the ability to get others to do what you want, even if it is against their will. The answer should have a detailed explanation as to why the student would rather have one over the other.

Sociology

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