Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Social Influence and Group Processes

Question:

How does ascribed status differ from achieved status?

Options:

Ascribed Status can be given based on seniority, while achieved status is based on hard work.

Ascribed Status is based on expertise, while achieved status is given based on seniority.

Ascribed Status and achieved status are unrelated concepts.

Ascribed Status is based on expertise, while achieved status is given based on hard worky.

Correct Answer:

Ascribed Status can be given based on seniority, while achieved status is based on hard work.

Explanation:

Status: Status refers to the relative social position granted to group members by others. This position can be either ascribed (given based on factors like seniority) or achieved (earned through expertise or hard work).