Class and inequality

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class inequality

unequal distribution of wealth, income, and other resources among members of different social classes 

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social class

the division of people into groups based on the distribution of material resources and power  

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functionalism

proposes that social stratification recruits and motivates individuals into key roles int he social structure 

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functionalism- reward system

positions that are harder to fill requiring skills, knowledge, etc. Receive higher pay 

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Conflict Theory

Argues social inequality only serves the dominant group in society and it may be harmful to society as a whole