Miles was born into a traditional, middle-class family. Miles worked hard as a student and graduated from Harvard Law School. Today, he is considered one among the elite of Manhattan. In the given scenario, Miles worked his way into the social class called _____.

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Miles worked hard to attain his elite status through his education and efforts, making it an achieved status. Ascribed status is one that is automatically given at birth, desired status refers to one's personal goals or ambitions, and aspired status is similar to desired status but implies more effort or action towards achieving it.

Miles Was Born into a Traditional, Middle-Class Family