The established position that one occupies within a social structure and that carries with it a degree of prestige is called a:

You're right, it's status.

This site explains the difference between status and status set.

http://cwx.prenhall.com/bookbind/pubbooks/macionis7/chapter6/objectives/deluxe-content.html

As per the Link answer should be status right as question didn't specify how many statuses Am I correct

You're right. I think the definition you were given matches almost exactly with the site's definition of status. It says nothing about many statuses.

Thank You

You're welcome.

I can understand why you might be confused between status and status set. Let me explain both terms to clarify the difference and help you understand which one is the correct answer.

1. Status: Status refers to the position or rank that an individual holds within a social structure. It is a social standing that carries certain rights, responsibilities, and a degree of prestige. For example, being a doctor, teacher, or CEO are all examples of different statuses individuals can hold in society.

2. Status Set: On the other hand, a status set refers to the collection of statuses that an individual occupies. It is the combination of all the positions or roles someone has across different social contexts. For instance, a person can have multiple statuses such as being a parent, a student, and an employee, among others.

In the context of the question, the established position that carries prestige is a single status, not a collection of statuses. Therefore, the correct answer to your question is "status" (Option 1).

Remember, to determine the correct answer, it is important to understand the definitions of terms and apply them to the specific context of the question.