Which of the following statuses demonstrate that it is difficult to draw a firm line between ascribed and achieved statuses?

A) Occupation and education
B) Social class and gender
C) Age and occupation
D) Being a parent and being a student

Social class and gender are both examples of statuses that are both ascribed and achieved. While social class is largely ascribed (determined by an individual's family background and upbringing), an individual's income and occupation can also be considered achieved statuses. Similarly, while gender is typically seen as an ascribed status, an individual's gender identity and gender expression can also be considered achieved statuses.