Asked by
Bunny Singh
on Dec 01, 2024
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What is Mother Teresa an example of, given that she was a person with tremendous power and prestige yet she was very poor?
A) status inequality
B) status inconsistency
C) status contradiction
D) status reversal
Status Inconsistency
A situation in which an individual holds differing and contradictory levels of status in terms of wealth, power, prestige, or other elements of socioeconomic status.
Prestige
The respect, admiration, or high regard accorded to an individual, occupation, or organization based on perceived successes, achievements, or status.
- Familiarize oneself with the idea of social layering and its appearances in multiple social contexts.
- Analyze the effect that social stratification has on the opportunities and prospects in individuals' lives.
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JL
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the idea of social layering and its appearances in multiple social contexts.
- Analyze the effect that social stratification has on the opportunities and prospects in individuals' lives.