A/An __________ status is one that is given to a person by others at birth rather than one that is earned or necessarily desired.

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An ascribed status is one that is given to a person at birth based on characteristics such as social class, race, or gender, rather than one that is earned or chosen. Therefore, the best choice is B, ascribed. Choices A, C, and D are not as appropriate, as they do not specifically refer to statuses that are ascribed at birth.

A/An __________ Status Is One That Is Given to a Person