Mark Granovetter has argued that the people you know best are likely to possess only information you already have, which is why he argued that, especially for finding employment, it is advantageous to have:
A) a commitment to hard work and a determination to succeed.
B) more casual acquaintances who are connected to different social networks.
C) parents and grandparents with high socioeconomic status.
D) a prestigious education in order to gain access to lucrative occupations.
E) a high degree of cultural and social capital.

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Granovetter's argument is based on the idea of "weak ties" - people who are not your closest friends or family members but who are still a part of your social network. These weak ties are valuable because they are likely to have different sets of information and connections than your close ties. Therefore, having more casual acquaintances who are connected to different social networks can be advantageous for finding employment or other opportunities.

Mark Granovetter Has Argued That the People You Know Best