THEORIES OF STRAT + DIFF

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What is stratification?
involved using socially recognised differences as a basis for power. Society can be ordered into ‘layers’ with differing amounts of power and status
what is differentiation?
the differences between people that are socially recognised and acted upon
what is power?
the capacity of individuals or groups to get their own way in any given situation
what is physical power?
may involve violence or the threat of violence
what is economic power?
involves control over resources
what is social power?
involves the acceptance of power by others, authority
what are the five socially recognised differences?
class
age
gender
ethnicity
disability
what is an open system?
where power is achieved as a result of hard work, talent and good fortune
what is a closed system?
power is ascribed at birth based on family or cultural factors