AP PSYCHOLOGY

SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

GROUP BEHAVIOR

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is not an example of ascribed status?
A
race
B
knowledge
C
age
D
gender
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is OPTION C: Class.

Detailed explanation-2: -social status Ascribed status is typically based on sex, age, race, family relationships, or birth, while achieved status may be based on education, …

Detailed explanation-3: -Ascribed status is a term refers to the social status of a person that is assigned at birth or assumed involuntarily later in life. The status is a position that is neither earned by the person nor chosen for them. Hence, daughter is ascribed status.

Detailed explanation-4: -Race, gender, and ethnicity are examples of ascribed statuses.

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