Vertical mobility refers to the movement of individuals or groups up or down the social hierarchy, which results in a change to their social status. This can be either an upward movement (e.g., a promotion) or a downward movement (e.g., losing a job).

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Vertical Mobility Is

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Vertical mobility is

A) a change in social status to a status that is about equivalent in prestige.
B) movement to a higher or lower social status.
C) change in social status of one person during his or her lifetime.
D) change in social status from one generation to the next.

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