A Reference Group That a Person Wishes to Maintain Distance

question 140

Multiple Choice

A reference group that a person wishes to maintain distance from because of differences in values or behaviors is referred to as a(n) __________ group.

• A)primary reference
• B)membership
• C)aspiration
• D)dissociative
• E)integrated

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Definitions:

Internal Causes

Causes that originate within an individual, such as personal beliefs, emotions, or motives.

Refute

To prove a statement, theory, or argument to be wrong or false.

Stereotype Threat

The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about one's group, which can hamper performance in a variety of settings.

Intelligent

The ability to learn, understand, and apply knowledge effectively, as well as the capability to adapt to new situations and solve problems.