Question

Which of the following is an example of an ascribed status?

Multiple Choice

1. musician

2. poor

3. female

4. college student​

Answer 1

3 bc it’s assigned at birth

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer is 3. Female

Explanation:

Ascribed status is a term used in sociology that refers to the social status a person is assigned at birth or assumed involuntarily later in life. Female is assigned at birth while musician, poor, and college student aren't.