In a meritocracy, all positions are awarded on the basis of
A) power.
B) social standing.
C) education level attained.
D) merit.

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In a meritocracy, positions are awarded based on the individual's merit or abilities, rather than on other factors such as social standing or power. Education level attained may be a contributing factor to an individual's merit, but it is not the sole criterion for awarding positions. Therefore, the best choice is D.(Merit)

In a Meritocracy, All Positions Are Awarded on the Basis