The text observes that reference groups allow us to evaluate how well we are living up to our role expectations in comparison with other people around us. This is referred to as the __________ function
a. out-group
b. comparative
c. normative
d. relational
B
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__________ refers to behavior motivated and influenced by an individual's membership in or identification with a social group
Fill in the blanks with correct word
The goal of __________ is to provide planned, time-limited, substitute care for children who cannot be adequately cared for at home
a. open adoption b. closed adoption c. foster care d. formal kinship care
According to the text's discussion of Chinese Americans, in recent times: a. most of them were born in the United States b. most of them live in large urban enclaves in California, New York, Hawaii, and Texas
c. as a group, they have not yet experienced upward mobility d. most recent Chinese Americans living in urban Chinatowns have moved out of poverty
A minority group consists of any group relatively smaller in numerical size as compared to a majority group.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)