Question

Weber thought that explanations of social stratification should include which of the following factors?

A)Wealth
B)Power
C)Prestige
D)All of the above

Answer 1

The correct answer is: D. All of the above.

All three: Wealth, Prestige and Power are the Three component theory of stratification. This theory reflects the interaction between this elements.

The social stratification is the way in which society groups people according to social status. Weber said that the elements that intervene in the obtainment of this social status are the wealth which means the goods and properties, the prestige which means the respect with which a person or status position is regarded by others, and the power which means the ability to achieve their goals despite opposition from others.

Answer 2

According to researches and books, he answer to this question is D. All of the Above. Weber developed a social stratification that reflects these three factors namely: wealth, power, and prestige. These factors reflect the multidimensional approaches to his social stratification.