The social class into which a consumer is born into is referred to as his/her _____ status.
A) achieved
B) ideal
C) ascribed
D) desired
E) aspired

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The term "ascribed status" refers to the social position that a person is born into, such as their family's social class, race, or gender. It is not something that is achieved or desired, making options A, D, and E incorrect. The term "ideal status" is not commonly used in sociology or consumer behavior, so option B is incorrect.

The Social Class into Which a Consumer Is Born into Is