Kyle believes that success in the world is a result of one’s own ability and social class and is the result of hard work and sacrifice. Kyle believes the world is characterized by __________

A) a meritocracy
B) a bell curve
C) a culture of poverty
D) institutional discrimination


Answer: A

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