A category of people composed of individuals who are not necessarily friends but are about the same age and of similar status is called a:
A)statistical category
B)peer group
C)cohort
D)status set
E)census group

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A peer group is a social group composed of individuals who are not necessarily friends, but are of similar age and status. They typically share similar interests and experiences, and may have an influence on each other's attitudes and behaviors. A statistical category refers to a group defined by specific demographic characteristics, such as age or gender. A cohort refers to a group of individuals who share a significant life event or time period. A status set refers to all the statuses that an individual holds, such as their job title, marital status, and role within a family. A census group refers to a group of people who are counted in the census of a particular area or country.

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