Social Inequality Flashcards
Social inequality
Unequal distribution of recourses, opportunities, privileges leading to disparities
Economic inequality
Differences in income and wealth between individuals
How does social class contribute to social inequality
Basie’s on social and economic status. People in higher classes typically have better access to recourse
Educations affect on social inequality
Accessibility of education affects life chances and mobility
Health inequality
Disparities in access to healthcare
How do gender, race, ethnicity affect social inequality
Certain groups may face discrimination, limited opportunities and unequal treatment
Geographic inequality
Disparities between regions, like rural versus urban
Cause of social inequality
Economic disparity, social class, education, health, gender/ethnicity/ race, geographical location