Greg is the star quarterback of the football team and hangs out with Larry, who is the star pitcher of the baseball team. Ben also hangs out with Larry and Greg. When classmates refer to Ben, they call him a member of the "jocks." The crowd with which Ben associates serves as:

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The crowd with which Ben associates serves as a reference group because it influences how others perceive him and how he may perceive himself, especially in terms of social identity and belonging.

Greg Is the Star Quarterback of the Football Team and Hangs