Question

John is a factory worker who has a high school degree. he would like to be promoted to the managerial position, but bob, who has a bachelor's degree, obtains the position. this is an example of ___________________________.

Answer 1

Answer is: credentialing.
Bob has a bachelor's degree, so he has more credentials than John for that managerial position. Bon has more abilities and knownledge for that job position and that make him relevant for that particular job, bachelor's degree is proof of his abilities.