Which of the following is a difference between ascribed and achieved statuses?
A) Ascribed statuses cannot be noticed physically, whereas achieved statuses are physically notable.
B) Unlike ascribed statuses, achieved statuses dictate social standing.
C) Unlike ascribed statuses, achieved statuses remain the same from the time of birth.
D) Ascribed statuses cannot be controlled, whereas achieved statuses can be controlled and changed.
E) Ascribed statuses are variable, whereas achieved statuses are invariable.

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Ascribed statuses are those we are born with or that are given to us by society without our control (e.g., race, gender, family heritage), whereas achieved statuses are those we earn or choose (e.g., our job or level of education). This means we have some control over our achieved statuses, but not our ascribed statuses.

Which of the Following Is a Difference Between Ascribed and Achieved