Social Hierarchy — definition?
Structured ranking of society based on resources, power, and prestige.
Social Hierarchy — definition?
Structured ranking based on resources, power, prestige.
Theoretical Perspectives — role?
Explain origins and functions of social stratification.
Social Stratification — system of?
Ranking society categories by wealth, race, gender, occupation.
Dimensions of Stratification — key?
Wealth, income, status, and power.
Status — role?
Social honor or prestige held by an individual.
Social Class — shared?
Similar socioeconomic status based on wealth, occupation, education.
Power — role?
Ability to influence or control others and institutions.
Life Chances — influence?
Opportunities for quality of life, resources, mobility.
Hierarchies — maintained by?
Institutions, norms, interactions reinforcing inequalities.
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1. What is social hierarchy?
2. What is the primary focus of the functionalist perspective on social stratification?
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