Norms are standards that guide, control, and regulate individuals and communities. Group norms set the standards for group behavior, attitudes, and perception. Group norms serve which of the following functions?
1. They do not require leadership and supporter skills.
2. They influence members' perception of community.
3. They are best achieved by including diverse groups of people.
4. They maintain the group through various supports to members.
ANS: 4
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