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a. UPPER CLASS. Refers to the elite families who are the most productive
and successful. Hence, they possess more wealth, power and prestige. It is
the smallest size and occupies top positions in the social hierarchy. They
resort to conspicuous consumption and indulgence in conspicuous giving.
The members upholds the highest standard of living, indulge in lavish
spending, manifest the lifestyle of the rich and the famous, are educated in
exclusive private schools here and abroad and live a life of glitz and glamour.
They give donations to worthy causes motivated by genuine interest, but
majority do so for vested interest.
The elite group consists of two general types: the new rich or noveau
riche and the traditional upper class.
b. MIDDLE CLASS. Refers to professionals, highly skilled worker, small
industry owners, farm owners, entertainers, overseas contract workers, and
small business entrepreneurs whose income provide a comfortable lifestyle.
They provide much of the leadership in organization, management and
operations. They view education as the main indicator of social status and
the primary means for upward social mobility.
2. SOCIAL STATUS
It refers to the social standing of a person or group within a social class
or in the entire social stratification system. Certain rights, social
expectations, duties and privileges are attached to the social positions.
Social status can be either ascribed or achieved.
Ascribe Status are those which are assigned to the individual from birth
and involve little personal choice like age and sex. Ascriptions can also be
based on class, caste, ethnic and racial groupings.
Achieved Status is acquired by choice or through merit and individual
effort and is made possible through special abilities or talents, performance
or opportunities.
3. SOCIAL ROLE
It refers to the expected or actual behavior pattern that correspond
with status. It refers to the dynamic functions attached to the status. It is
also made up of rights and privileges, obligations and responsibilities. A right
is an exemption from a burden or the special enjoyment of a benefit or
disadvantage. An obligation is what one is required to do or not to do in
accordance with the rules of the society.