Monica Has Been Employed by the Local Police Department for 22

question 21

Multiple Choice

Monica has been employed by the local police department for 22 years as an exhibits clerk.She has seen most of the police officers during that time as they come in to sign out their exhibits for court.What type of social group do Monica and these officers form?

• A) an outgroup
• B) a primary group
• C) a secondary group
• D) a reference group

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for the regulation of certain metabolic processes and activities like temperature control, hunger, and sleep cycles.

Posterior Pituitary

The rear portion of the pituitary gland that stores and releases hormones produced by the hypothalamus, including oxytocin and vasopressin.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response; also affects mood.

Calcitonin

Thyroid hormone that encourages bones to take up and incorporate calcium.