A local government work crew cleans up parks and other public spaces. In this crew, the dirtiest jobs are generally given to the newest members, while the more senior members of the crew tend to do little except draw their pay. Which of the following classes of norms encompasses arrangements like this?
A) performance norms
B) appearance norms
C) resource allocation norms
D) leisure norms
E) confluence norms

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Resource allocation norms govern the distribution of resources and opportunities within a group, such as who gets assigned to which tasks. In this scenario, assigning the dirtiest jobs to new members and allowing senior members to do less work is an example of a resource allocation norm. Performance norms refer to expectations for quality and quantity of work, appearance norms relate to dress and grooming, leisure norms involve how group members spend their free time, and confluence norms deal with how group members manage conflicts and cooperate with one another, none of which are directly relevant to this scenario.

A Local Government Work Crew Cleans Up Parks and Other