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Social Stratification

Systematic ranking of individuals and groups in a society based on criteria like wealth, income, social status occupation, and power.

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Hierarchy

A system where individuals or groups are ranked above or below others based on certain criteria.

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Resources

Materials, money, or other assets that individuals or groups can use to achieve their goals.

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Opportunities

Chances for individuals to improve their circumstances or achieve success.

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Inequality

Unequal distribution of resources, opportunities, or privileges among individuals or groups.

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Life chances

The likelihood that individuals will have access to resources and opportunities to lead a successful life.

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Social mobility

The ability of individuals or groups to move up or down in the social hierarchy.

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Social Class

Categorization of individuals and groups based on economic position, occupation, education, and other criteria.

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Prestige

High regard or respect associated with a particular position or status in society.

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Meritocracy

A system where advancement is based on individual ability or achievement rather than social background.

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Educational attainment

Level of education completed by an individual, often linked to social class and opportunities.

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Working class

Social class consisting of individuals who perform manual labor or service work.

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Upper class

Social class composed of individuals with high wealth, income, and social status.

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Middle class

Social class between the upper and working classes, often including professionals and white-collar workers.

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Social power

Ability to influence others or achieve goals through control of resources and social status.

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Material possessions

Physical items owned by individuals or groups, often indicating wealth or social status.

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Education

Access to quality education can be influenced by one's social class.

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Power

Ability to influence or control the behavior of others.

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Social Mobility

Refers to the ability to move between social classes over time.

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Upper Class

Wealthy individuals and families with significant economic resources and influence.

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Middle Class

Includes professionals, business people, and affluent workers.

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Working Class

Individuals employed in manual labor or industrial work.

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Lower Class

People with the least wealth, often facing economic instability.

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Status

Refers to the prestige or social honor attached to one's position in society.

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Functionalist Theory

Suggests that social stratification is necessary for society to function efficiently.

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Conflict Theory

Argues that stratification benefits only some people, not all of society.

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Karl Marx

Emphasized class struggle between bourgeoisie and proletariat

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Bourgeoisie

Owners in society

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Proletariat

Workers in society

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Weberian Theory

Introduced multidimensional approach: class, status, and party

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Max Weber

Sociologist who introduced Weberian Theory

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Symbolic Interactionism

Focuses on daily interactions and meanings in society

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Stratification Systems

Different systems of social hierarchy

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Caste System

Closed system based on birth and family lineage

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Class System

Open system based on individual achievement

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Life Chances

Access to healthcare, education, and job opportunities influenced by social status.

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Social Cohesion

Strength of community bonds, trust, and stability affected by levels of inequality.

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Health Disparities

Differences in health outcomes between social classes, influenced by access to healthcare and living conditions.

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Quality of Life

Overall well-being and satisfaction with one's living conditions and circumstances.

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Social Justice

Fair and equitable treatment of all individuals in society.

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Stability

State of being secure, balanced, and not easily changed.

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Chronic Diseases

Long-lasting medical conditions that require ongoing management and treatment.

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Mortality

Rate of death within a specific population or group.

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Community

Group of people living in the same area or sharing common interests.

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Cultural Capital

Includes social connections and cultural knowledge, influencing social mobility and access to resources.

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Social Classes

Higher classes often have greater access to education and cultural capital, perpetuating inequality.

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