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What will be an ideal response?
Varies but should include a definition of ascription as a status someone is born with, which may include race, gender, wealth, or other characteristics that have little or no relationship to one's accomplishments, skills, or abilities. Achievement is related to one's accomplishments or merits.
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What will be an ideal response?
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