Peer group socialization appears to:
A) have an important effect on the development of the self-concept.
B) be much less important than other agents of socialization.
C) have a negative effect on cognitive and moral development.
D) be especially effective in teaching conformity.

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Peer group socialization plays a significant role in the development of the self-concept, as individuals compare themselves to their peers and use their group membership to shape their identity. Other agents of socialization, such as family and media, also play important roles in socialization, but peer groups are not less important. There is no evidence that peer group socialization has a negative effect on cognitive and moral development or is especially effective in teaching conformity.

Peer Group Socialization Appears To