Asked by Keegan Justice on May 10, 2024
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Faisal describes himself as a 42-year-old man. Faisal is describing his _____ status.
A) ascribed
B) achieved
C) assumed
D) acquired
Ascribed Status
A social position assigned at birth or involuntarily later in life, often based on gender, race, or family background, not earned by the individual.
Achieved Status
A social position a person takes on voluntarily that reflects personal ability and effort.
- Differentiate between ascribed and achieved statuses and understand their influence on social identity.
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Jailin CherryMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Faisal's age is a characteristic that was assigned to him at birth, making it an ascribed status. Achieved status refers to traits or accomplishments that are acquired through effort, while assumed and acquired statuses are not commonly used sociological terms.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between ascribed and achieved statuses and understand their influence on social identity.