Research shows that when parental income and education are taken into account, university participation rates of children are more strongly correlated with their parents' education levels than their income. Which of the following theories does this research support?

A) Karl Marx's theory of economic capital
B) Émile Durkheim's theory of social integration
C) Randall Collins's theory of credential inflation
D) Pierre Bourdieu's theory of cultural capital

Cultural Capital

The non-financial social assets that promote social mobility beyond economic means, including education, intellect, style of speech, and dress.

Credential Inflation

The increasing demand for higher educational qualifications for jobs that previously required lower levels of education, devaluing certain degrees.

Economic Capital

Economic capital is the total assets or wealth owned by an individual or organization, which can be used or invested to generate income or produce further wealth.