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What do proponents argue is necessary for society to function effectively?
A system of
unequal rewards
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What motivates individuals to put in extra effort according to the text?
The ability to access a higher
reward
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What term is used to describe the system of unequal rewards mentioned in the text?
Social stratification
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How does social stratification facilitate meritocracy?
By providing a system of
unequal rewards
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What is the role of competition in meritocracy according to the text?
It helps the best individuals reach the top
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What do the most important jobs require according to the text?
The most
able
and
determined
people
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What does the education system do in the context of social stratification?
It
sifts and sorts
people into their appropriate roles
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What is a Marxist criticism of the education system's role in social stratification?
It fails to grade people by ability or effort
Wealthy individuals have advantages that are reinforced by the education system
It reproduces inequality rather than promoting
meritocracy
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What do children of high-paid job holders tend to achieve in the education system?
Better qualifications
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What does the text suggest about the relationship between qualifications and high incomes?
Those with the best qualifications do not necessarily earn the
highest incomes
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What factors can influence access to high salaries aside from qualifications?
Family connections
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What issue is highlighted regarding graduate employment in the text?
There are high levels of
graduate unemployment
and
underemployment
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