Status inconsistency is defined as_________________?
Correct answer: A. the condition of persons who are ranked higher in one variable of status than another
- A. the condition of persons who are ranked higher in one variable of status than another
- B. the order of importance given to status variables
- C. the mechanism high status persons use to protect themselves from competition
- D. the least important dimension of stratification
Explanation
Status inconsistency occurs when a person ranks differently on separate status dimensions, such as having high education but low income. It contrasts with status consistency, where the rankings across dimensions match.
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