Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Social

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the social work mission?

• A)It is similar to legal, medical, and psychology professions.
• B)It seeks to maintain the status quo in a society.
• C)It restricts social changes.
• D)It includes radical and, in some contexts, revolutionary aspirations.

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Definitions:

Additive Task

A type of group task where the contributions from all members are summed to produce a final outcome.

Compensatory Task

A type of task in group settings where the contributions of all members are combined and averaged, leading to a final outcome based on collective effort.

Discretionary Task

A task or activity that an individual or group has the freedom to decide whether or not to perform, based on their judgment or preference.

Social Facilitation

The phenomenon where individuals perform tasks better or more efficiently in the presence of others.