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also status and power. These are three separate elements of social
separation, but with related establishments of power.
Cultural capitals are the assets that promote social mobility
outside of economic methods. This includes education, dialects and
speech, and ways of dressing and appearances. This is directly related
to class differences, because not every member of certain classes are
able to afford or attend these cultural capitals. In a Marxist society, the
working class is unable to obtain any of these social assets, because
they are working for a living. In a capitalist society, only the wealthy
and prestige can attend schools or afford top of the line clothing,
whereas others with less income and no wealth cannot receive such
benefits. Cultural capital is related to power differences, too. Social
and economic advantages are given to those who have a high prestige
and social recognition. Those with higher prestige can easily apply
themselves to the cultural capitals, but those who are a part of the
lower class have a lot more difficulty applying. This is also related to
material resources, as the wealthier and more prestige have more
access to material good, and the less wealthy and working class has
less access. This pattern also follows in social and cultural resources,
as the upper class has more influence and guidance over the decisions
and beliefs of those in the working class. Cultural capital is also
expressed through other means such as clothing, housing, food, and
sports. Wealthy individuals are capable of possessing anything they