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Die Schichtung
This academic term refers to the hierarchical arrangement of individuals into social layers or classes. It describes how resources and power are unequally distributed.
Examples in context
Soziale Schichtung beeinflusst die Bildungschancen massiv.
Social stratification massively influences educational opportunities.
Wissenschaftler untersuchen die Schichtung der deutschen Bevölkerung.
Scientists study the stratification of the German population.
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