Joe Has Just Read Chapter 8 on Group Processes and Is

question 81

Multiple Choice

Joe has just read chapter 8 on group processes and is now relaxing,watching football with his girlfriend.She finally understands the concept of "downs" and "turnovers," and moves on to other questions."If football is a team sport,how come they have the players' names on their uniforms?" she asks Joe.Assuming that the material in chapter 8 is still accessible in his memory,Joe is most likely to reply,

• A)"Maybe to keep them from playing too mean and dirty."
• B)"Maybe to help sort the laundry."
• C)"Maybe so the announcer knows who made the play."
• D)"Maybe to make it easier for the quarterback to spot the receivers."
• E)"Maybe so individual players can be recognized by the fans."

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