Defining & measuring social class

From Item D, identify and describe one way Marx argues that the bourgeoisie exploit the proletariat, including what you know of his perspective on the social classes.

Discuss how far sociologists would agree that social inequalities are negative for individuals and society.

From Item D, identify and describe one factor that Weber believed to be important when deciding an individual’s social status, including what you know of his perspective on this issue.

Discuss how far sociologists would agree that capitalism exploits certain groups in society.

Identify and explain one way in which sociologists might determine an individual’s social class.