Ruth has been to a finishing school where, besides academic subjects, she was taught other skills such as how to speak and walk properly, manners, and public speaking. What has Ruth invested in by learning these skills?

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Ruth has invested in cultural capital, which refers to non-financial social assets that promote social mobility beyond economic means. Skills such as proper speaking, walking, manners, and public speaking are considered part of one's cultural capital.

Ruth Has Been to a Finishing School Where, Besides Academic