Marilyn Has Worked at the RCMP Office for 23 Years

question 106

Multiple Choice

Marilyn has worked at the RCMP office for 23 years as an exhibits clerk.She has seen most of the police officers over the years as they come in to sign out their exhibits for court.What type of social group are Marilyn and the police officers?

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

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