Which of the following could have contributed to the emergence of social stratification?
A)The desire to dominate those around them
B)Certain descent groups may have monopolized activities that turned out to play an important role in their society (such as propitiation of the gods in a horticultural society exposed to unpredictable weather).
C)An ethnic group that enters foreign territory with an economic or military advantage (such as knowledge of intensive agriculture or possession of firearms)may become the ruling class within that area.
D)All human beings want to be looked up to by their fellow members of society.
E)all of the above

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All of the options listed (A, B, C, D) describe scenarios that could contribute to the emergence of social stratification by highlighting mechanisms through which certain individuals or groups gain and maintain power, resources, or prestige over others.

Which of the Following Could Have Contributed to the Emergence