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What does the term life chances mean in sociology?

The chances a person has to get good things in life, like education, health, a job, and housing.

Education, health, and work.

Social class, gender, ethnicity, age, disability, and where you live.

Ascribed status is given at birth, like family background or ethnicity. Achieved status is earned, like grades or a job.

Higher income can mean better housing, learning resources, and activities, which can boost school results and health.

Gender can shape subject choices, job paths, and pay, and sexism can limit options.

Racism or bias can affect hiring and access to services, which can cut chances for good jobs and health.

Moving up or down between social classes during your life.

It gives skills and qualifications that help you get work, earn more, and make informed health choices.

Areas differ in school quality, jobs, transport, and health care, which can help or limit your options.

Poverty means not having enough money for basic needs. It can harm diet, housing, learning, and health.

When some groups have better or worse chances than others for things like health, jobs, and education.