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A. Differentiation is based on different social statuses; stratification is never based on statuses.
B. Differentiation is not necessarily hierarchical, but stratification is hierarchical.
C. Stratification develops in many groups and organizations, but differentiation is less common.
D. Stratification exists in modern societies, and differentiation existed in previous societies.


Answer: B

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