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social stratification

social stratification Social stratification refers to the division of people into social layers based on similar standing and prestige.

Social stratification refers to the division of people into social layers based on similar standing and prestige. These social positions are commonly described using factors such as education, occupation, and income.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026 descriptor edition. “Social Class” (D012923).
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