While Sasha’s parents lived in poverty all their lives, she was able to live her adult life as a member of the working class. Which of the following concepts best applies to this example?

a. Intragenerational mobility
b. Horizontal mobility
c. Intergenerational mobility
d. Structural mobility


Answer: C

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