Which one of the following is a typical ascribed status that influences people's self-images within formal organizations?
A) gender
B) college education
C) job title
D) All of these answers are correct.

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Ascribed status is a social position that is assigned at birth or based on other inherent characteristics such as gender, race, and ethnicity. While college education and job title are achieved statuses that individuals work towards in their careers, gender is an example of an ascribed status that can influence people's self-images within formal organizations.

Which One of the Following Is a Typical Ascribed Status