How do chiefdoms differ from states?

A. Chiefdoms lack socioeconomic stratification and stratum endogamy.
B. Chiefdoms lack ascribed statuses.
C. Chiefdoms have full-time religious specialists.
D. Chiefdoms have permanent political regulation.
E. Chiefdoms are based on differential access.


Answer: A

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