The Members of One's Reference Group Who Exert the Most

question 48

Multiple Choice

The members of one's reference group who exert the most influence are likely to be those who

• A)are most admired or successful.
• B)are seen as most similar by the person being influenced.
• C)have control over desirable resources.
• D)All of the above.

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Definitions:

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