A __________ system is a closed system of stratification in which social position is determined by the family into which a person is born,and change in that position is usually not possible during an individual's lifetime.
A) rank
B) caste
C) criterion
D) position
E) socio-economic

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In a caste system, a person's social status is determined by birth into a particular group or caste, and there is little to no mobility between castes. This system is closed and does not allow for individuals to change their position within the system during their lifetime. While rank, position, and socio-economic status can also be factors in determining social position, they are not necessarily closed systems like a caste system. Criterion refers to a standard or principle used to make a judgment or evaluation and is not relevant to the concept of social stratification.

A __________ System Is a Closed System of Stratification in Which