A form of __________ in which the position a person has by birth can be changed through his or her own achievements or luck is a class system.
A) horizontal stratification
B) closed stratification
C) open stratification
D) vertical stratification
E) indirect stratification

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Open stratification refers to a social system in which the position of an individual can be changed through their own achievements or luck, as opposed to closed stratification systems where a person's position is determined solely by their caste, race or social status. The class system is one type of open stratification system, and it allows individuals to move up or down the social ladder through education, employment, and other factors. Horizontal stratification refers to differences in social status that are not related to birth or achievement, while vertical stratification refers to the existence of a hierarchy in which some individuals or groups have more power and prestige than others. Indirect stratification is not a recognized term in sociology.

A Form of __________ in Which the Position a Person