A social group that people use as a point of reference in making evaluations or decisions is called a
A)peer group.
B)reference group.
C)out-group.
D)dyad.

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A reference group is a social group that individuals use as a standard for making evaluations and decisions. It can be a group that an individual is a part of or a group that they aspire to be a part of. Reference groups can have a strong influence on an individual's behavior and attitudes.

A Social Group That People Use as a Point of Reference