As a Small Child, Kirby Was Read Many Stories About

Multiple Choice

As a small child, Kirby was read many stories about his society's emphasis on the equal treatment of all individuals and ability to pursue their individual desires. However, when Kirby was looking for a job, he noticed that individuals with higher credentials were more likely to get jobs he could do as well. Kirby encountered the ______ culture of his society in his job search.

A) postindustrial
B) nonmaterial
C) real
D) ideal