An individual has set the goal of running a marathon and starts following numerous marathon runners on social media for guidance and inspiration. Which of the following concepts best describes this example?

a. In-group
b. Primary group
c. Reference group
d. Bounded relationships


Answer: C

Sociology

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A. affirmative action. B. pluralism. C. remittances. D. sharing economy.

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