Marlin is a 33-year-old male and the father of two children. Marlin's sex is an example of a(n) _____.

A. achieved status
B. earned status
C. ascribed status
D. attained status
E. acquired status


Answer: C

Sociology

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What will be an ideal response?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A) adultolescents. B) boomerangs. C) bungee-kids. D) All of the above

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Which statement is consistent with the research on capital punishment?

A. Capital punishment has no deterrent effect on committing murder. B. States with the death penalty have murder rates significantly lower than states without the death penalty. C. The death penalty is most effective when applied to non-violent offenders. D. Capital punishment has been found to prevent crime in all countries except the United States.

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