In the 1960s, many sociologists noticed that economic obstacles alone were insufficient in explaining disparities in the educational attainment of children from different social classes. Which concept was introduced to explain these disparities?
A) the American Dream
B) cultural capital
C) status inconsistency
D) class consciousness

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The concept of "cultural capital" was introduced in the 1960s to explain disparities in educational attainment beyond economic obstacles alone. It refers to the cultural resources, habits, and knowledge that individuals from higher social classes possess and that give them an advantage in educational and professional settings.

In the 1960s, Many Sociologists Noticed That Economic Obstacles Alone