The rigorous training and licensing of doctors controlled by the American Medical Association is an example of Weber's concept of __________.
A) social closure
B) social solidarity
C) social stratification
D) social distance

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Weber's concept of social closure refers to the ways in which groups limit entrance into their ranks, usually by controlling access to valuable resources such as education, training, and credentials. The American Medical Association's control over the training and licensing of doctors is an example of social closure because they control who can become a licensed doctor, and therefore have limited entrance into their ranks.

The Rigorous Training and Licensing of Doctors Controlled by the American