When Sondra has a particularly horrible week at school and work, she calls her aunt, who helped raise her. Sondra knows that her aunt will patiently listen and then help Sondra put things in perspective and get on with her life. This is consistent with the observation that
A) primary groups help fulfill expressive needs.
B) secondary groups are sources of support.
C) only those we know from our earliest years are part of primary groups.
D) primary groups are helpful only when we ask for help.

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Sondra's relationship with her aunt is an example of a primary group fulfilling her expressive needs. Primary groups are typically smaller, more personal, and provide a sense of belonging and emotional support. Sondra feels comfortable confiding in her aunt and knows her aunt will listen and offer her support, which is characteristic of a primary group.

When Sondra Has a Particularly Horrible Week at School and Work