A young woman decides that she wants to become a professional basketball player. She joins her school basketball team, reads articles about the best basketball players, and attends basketball camps. This is an example of __________.

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This is an example of anticipatory socialization, where an individual prepares and learns for a role or position they aspire to have in the future. In this case, the young woman is preparing to become a professional basketball player by joining her school team, reading articles about successful players, and attending basketball camps.

A Young Woman Decides That She Wants to Become a Professional