MeritocracyExplain how the United States compares to other countri.docx
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The document asks about social mobility rates in the US compared to other countries and whether the US can truly be considered a meritocracy. It prompts a 3 paragraph response discussing whether social mobility opportunities are equal for all groups in society, why or why not, and how attending college relates to the concept of meritocracy. Examples and references from the textbook and other sources should support the response.
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- 1. Meritocracy Explain how the United States compares to other countries with regards to social mobility rates. Are there differences between the United States and other countries? Why? Which group in the society has the opportunity for upward social mobility and why? Do you think the United States is truly a meritocracy? Why or why not? Give relevant examples to support your decision. Apply your decision of attending college to the concept of meritocracy. Be sure to support your answer with references to the textbook, appropriate outside resources, and your own personal experiences. Create a response in 3 paragraphs to the discussion question.