Which of the following statements defines the term "achieved status?"
A. It is a social position given to an individual based upon his or her age, race, or gender.
B. It is a social position assigned to an individual at birth.
C. It is a social position attained by a person largely through his or her own effort.
D. It is a social position "assigned" to a person by peers, without regard to the person's unique talents or characteristics.
Answer: C
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A) Native Americans B) Hispanic Americans C) Asian Americans D) Middle Eastern Americans
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A) socialization B) schooling C) formal education D) credentialism
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A. Symbolic Interaction B. Social Construction C. Structural Functionalism D. Conflict Theory
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a. Durkheim b. Weber c. Homans d. Marx and Engels