David and Steven Are Best Friends

question 98

Multiple Choice

David and Steven are best friends.Steven loves to compete in triathlons.David would love to compete with Steven but is a weak swimmer.David decides to take swim lessons to improve his breathing and stroke rhythms.Triathletes are a(n) _____ reference group for David.

• A) secondary
• B) primary
• C) aspirational
• D) nonaspirational
• E) direct

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