What does Pierre Bourdieu call the tendency of social class to be passed down from one generation to the next and consequently remain relatively stable over time

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What does Pierre Bourdieu call the tendency of social class to be passed down from one generation to the next and consequently remain relatively stable over time

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Answer: Cultural capital

Explanation: Cultural capital could be explained as being characteristics of which makes up a sound human culture or social assets such as intellect, integrity, education, skill and so on which an individual can use to make a difference, establish a legacy, define a strong and recognizable social class or level and other attainable feats capable of elevating an individual's social status and demonstrating cultural competence. This skills or social assets can be transferred or nailed down as a legacy which can be built upon and attain stability over time.