Which of the following is an example of an ascribed status?
A) a South African
B) a corporation president
C) a fraternity member
D) a professional athlete

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An ascribed status is a social position a person is born into, or receives involuntarily later in life. Being a South African is an example of an ascribed status because it is a nationality one is born into or acquires by virtue of the birthplace, not through personal achievement or actions.

Which of the Following Is an Example of an Ascribed