Final answer:
It is true that historically and across various cultures, a person's hairstyle, especially how elaborate it is, has been associated with their social status.
Step-by-step explanation:
The question refers to the link between a person's status and the elaborateness of their hairstyle. It's generally true that in many cultures throughout history, the more important a person's status, the more elaborate their hair braiding or hairstyle would be. Hairstyles have held significant value in African and African diasporic cultures, symbolizing aspects such as familial background, social status, tribal belonging, marital status, and spirituality. These hair-grooming practices were often part of social activities. In the context of ancient civilizations and aristocracies, such as in East Asia during certain periods, the importance of person's appearance, including hairstyles, was indicative of their rank and social standing. Symbolic interactionists also acknowledge that appearance, including hairstyle, is a reflection of perceived social standing. This association with person's status is observed across various cultures and times, emphasizing the importance of hair in denoting rank and privilege.