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inequality  

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  • Social stratification and social inequality are important underlying concepts in sociology. Although often used interchangeably, social stratification refers to how goods and services are distributed in a society. [Source: Cultural Sociology of Mental Illness: An A-to-Z Guide; Inequality]

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