How does a reference group influence us?

A. We join the group and try to influence them to act like us.
B. We do the exact opposite of what a reference group member would do.
C. We behave in ways in keeping with how we think reference group members will think of us.
D. It doesn't; it is just a group of people we know.


Answer: C

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