Which of the following represents an ascribed status?
A) college graduate
B) student
C) grandparent
D) American of Japanese descent
E) athlete

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An ascribed status is one that is given to an individual based on characteristics that they have no control over such as ethnicity, race, or gender. American of Japanese descent is an example of an ascribed status. The other options are either achieved statuses (college graduate, student, athlete) or a role (grandparent).

Which of the Following Represents an Ascribed Status