Formal organizations are primary groups that we join by choice because they allow us control over our work.

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Formal organizations are considered secondary groups, not primary groups, because they are large, impersonal organizations where relationships are more professional and goal-oriented, rather than personal and intimate. We often join them for specific purposes or goals, not necessarily for control over our work.

Formal Organizations Are Primary Groups That We Join by Choice