In school, it always seemed as if Kenneth got all the breaks. He had access to all the right resources, such as special privileges, fancy cars, a large allowance, and dates with all the beautiful girls. Even at work, he was put on the fast track and got promoted early to a high-prestige job. It seemed as if Kenneth was artificially ranked higher than others. The process that best describes what happened to Kenneth is called ________.

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The scenario describes Kenneth as having access to a variety of resources and privileges that are based on his background or status, rather than his own effort or merit. This is commonly known as the "silver spoon" syndrome or ascribed status, where individuals are given advantages based on their family background, wealth, or connections. Bias may be a factor in how Kenneth is perceived or treated, but it does not fully explain the advantages he has received. Reference group affiliation and achieved status are not relevant terms in this scenario.

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