All Boston Red Sox fans, left-handed golfers, and other people with similar social characteristics or a common status no matter where they may be are called a[n] ________.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A category refers to a group of people who share a common social characteristic or status, such as being Boston Red Sox fans or left-handed golfers. An aggregate refers to a collection of individuals who happen to be in the same place at the same time, but do not necessarily share any common characteristics or identities. A social group refers to a set of individuals who interact with each other and share similar values, norms, and expectations. A reference group refers to a group that individuals use as a standard for evaluating themselves and their own behavior. While Red Sox fans and left-handed golfers may interact and share common values, norms, and expectations, there is no indication that they regularly interact as a group or use each other as a reference group. Therefore, the best choice is B, category.

All Boston Red Sox Fans, Left-Handed Golfers, and Other People