Behavior patterns expected of someone occupying a given position in a social unit is called a ________.
A) role
B) status
C) profile
D) persona

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A role is the set of expected behavior patterns for someone occupying a certain position or status within a social unit or group. A status is a person's standing in a group or society, and a profile and persona are more general terms that do not specifically refer to behavior patterns within a social unit.

Behavior Patterns Expected of Someone Occupying a Given Position in a Social