What is an essential element of an open class system?

A. Written rules that determine the social class of everyone
B. The understanding that some people have a higher social class than others
C. Beliefs that a person could be in another social class after reincarnation
D. The ability of a person to enter a different social class within his or her lifetime

Question

What is an essential element of an open class system?

 		A.	Written rules that determine the social class of everyone
 		B.	The understanding that some people have a higher social class than others
 		C.	Beliefs that a person could be in another social class after reincarnation
 		D.	The ability of a person to enter a different social class within his or her lifetime

jacob902 · Answer

An open class system is the stratification that facilitates social mobility, with individual achievement and personal merit determining social rank. The hierarchical social status of a person is achieved through their effort.

gabebae · Answer

D