Which of the following is NOT a characteristic found in all socially stratified systems?

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Individuals share traits but do not always identify with one anotherA person’s opportunities and experiences are largely unaffected by their social statusThe hierarchy of social groups changes very gradually over long periodsSocial stratification arises due to unequal distribution of wealth or resources

Explanation

In socially stratified systems, people often share characteristics without necessarily identifying with each other (A), social rankings tend to remain stable over time (C), and stratification is linked to unequal access to assets or property (D). However, it is incorrect to say that life chances and experiences are unaffected by social status; in fact, these are heavily influenced by one's position in the social hierarchy (B).