David Is Starting His First Job Out of College with a Consulting

question 48

Multiple Choice

David is starting his first job out of college with a consulting firm and wants to make a good impression on his supervisors. He noticed the attire of the associates when he was interviewed, and decided to mimic them by wearing power suits and Italian shoes. What social factor most influences David's wardrobe?

• A) subculture
• B) reference group
• C) family
• D) culture
• E) peer group

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Definitions:

Forcing Function

An external factor or input that compels a system to change its state or behavior, often used in mathematical modeling and simulations.

PLC

Stands for Programmable Logic Controller, a digital computer used for automation of industrial processes, such as control of machinery on factory assembly lines.

External Input

Any input signal or data received from an outside source, device, or system, which is used to influence operations or responses within a system.

Latch

An electronic circuit or mechanism that retains its output state until a specific input signal is received.