Tyrone is 9 years old and he lives with his mother, father, and grandmother. They have all raised him and cared for him since birth. According to Mead, how would you categorize this group of people in relation to Tyrone?

A. secondary group
B. reference group
C. significant others
D. parental units


Ans: C

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