A young man from a humble inner-city background works part-time to get a good education, starts a high-tech company, earns millions of dollars, buys the local NHL franchise, and later becomes a member of Canada's parliament. What term best explains why he was able to take this career path?

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Social mobility refers to the ability of an individual to move up or down the social ladder, which is exemplified by the young man's progression from a humble background to significant achievements in business and politics.

A Young Man from a Humble Inner-City Background Works Part-Time