A sociologist studies group formation among first-graders. He studies Mr. Hartman's classroom, which is next door to Ms. Alexander's classroom. The sociologist notices the presence of an out-group when Mr. Hartman's first-graders say:
A) "We're the smartest students!"
B) "First-graders rule!"
C) "Mr. Hartman is the best teacher!"
D) "Ms. Alexander's students are the worst!"

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The statement "Ms. Alexander's students are the worst!" indicates the formation of an out-group, where Mr. Hartman's first-graders are excluding and putting down Ms. Alexander's students. This indicates the presence of group formation and intergroup bias. The other statements do not necessarily indicate the presence of an out-group.

A Sociologist Studies Group Formation Among First-Graders