Members of the Nortons,the corner boys studied by Whyte,derived their attitudes,interests,and values from the group.The Nortons are examples of a ___ group.
A)secondary
B)task-oriented
C)reference
D)sociometric

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The Nortons are an example of a reference group because their attitudes, interests, and values are derived from the group and they look to the group as a standard of behavior and identity. They are not a secondary group because they have a strong sense of identity and belonging, and they are not task-oriented because their group activities are not focused on achieving a specific goal or task. They are also not a sociometric group because sociometric groups focus on the patterns of social relationships and status within a group, rather than shared attitudes and values.

Members of the Nortons,the Corner Boys Studied by Whyte,derived Their