Pietro wears a cross to show that he is Catholic. The cross is an example of a(n):
A) status symbol
B) master status
C) ascribed status
D) achieved status

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The cross is an example of a status symbol because it is an object that signifies the religious affiliation (in this case, Catholicism) of the wearer, indicating a particular status within society. Status symbols are often used to convey information about an individual's identity, beliefs, or social position without the need for verbal communication.

Pietro Wears a Cross to Show That He Is Catholic