What Type of Group Consists of Members Who Are Acquainted

question 10

Multiple Choice

What type of group consists of members who are acquainted with one another and get together for a specific purpose,often only for a short period of time?

• A) an in-group
• B) a primary group
• C) a secondary group
• D) a social category

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Definitions:

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