Madison comes from a poor, working-class family. However, she worked hard, got good grades, and landed a great job. She is now considered middle class. Which of the following terms best characterizes the type of stratification system that Madison experienced?

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An open stratification system allows for social mobility through individual effort, such as education and hard work. Madison was able to move up from a lower class to a middle-class position through her own efforts, demonstrating the openness of her society’s system.

Madison Comes from a Poor, Working-Class Family