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Why is proximity important for group formation?
Why is proximity important for group formation?
- It facilitates repeated interactions and a chance to know each other's interests and attitudes. (correct)
- It guarantees that group members will have the same background.
- It indicates how many friends one has.
- It ensures that group members have common motives.
Why do people tend to like others who are similar to them?
Why do people tend to like others who are similar to them?
- Because they prefer individuals with contrasting hobbies.
- Because differences create consistency.
- Because similarity reinforces and validates their opinions and values. (correct)
- Because they believe in having different opinions.
Why do people join groups for security?
Why do people join groups for security?
- To reduce insecurity by being with others (correct)
- To lose the sense of comfort and protection
- To feel weaker and more vulnerable
- To embrace threats and challenges alone
How can groups help individuals in achieving goals according to the text?
How can groups help individuals in achieving goals according to the text?
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How does status within a group affect an individual's self-perception?
How does status within a group affect an individual's self-perception?
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What is a key determinant of liking for group members, as mentioned in the text?
What is a key determinant of liking for group members, as mentioned in the text?
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What role do groups play in satisfying psychological needs?
What role do groups play in satisfying psychological needs?
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In what way do common motives or goals contribute to group formation, as explained in the passage?
In what way do common motives or goals contribute to group formation, as explained in the passage?
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How do competing demands and expectations within groups affect individuals?
How do competing demands and expectations within groups affect individuals?
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What is one reason people join groups according to the text?
What is one reason people join groups according to the text?
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