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What is ascribed status?

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Ascribed status is a social status that is assigned at birth or involuntarily acquired, such as gender, race, or family background.

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What is achieved status?

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Achieved status is a social status that is acquired through personal choices, actions, and accomplishments, such as education or career.

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What is master status?

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Master status is a social status that holds particular significance and dominates other statuses, influencing how individuals are perceived by others.

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What does De Facto mean in social context?

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De Facto refers to practices that exist in reality, even if not legally recognized, such as social norms or agreements.

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What does De Jure mean in social context?

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De Jure refers to practices that are legally recognized and enforced by law.

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What is a reference group?

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A reference group is a social group that individuals use as a standard for evaluating themselves and their own behavior.

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What is a peer group?

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A peer group is a social group consisting of individuals of similar age and social status, often influencing each other's behaviors and attitudes.

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What is the Caste System?

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The Caste System is a form of social stratification based on ascription, where individuals are born into a specific social group with limited mobility.

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What is the Class System?

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The Class System is a form of social stratification based on achieved status, where individuals can move between classes based on their achievements.

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What are significant others in sociology?

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Significant others are individuals who have a strong influence on a person's life, such as family members, close friends, or mentors.