Social Organizations and Institutions: Theoretical Perspectives and Categories of Groups

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What distinguishes primary groups from secondary groups?

  • Primary groups are highly competitive, whereas secondary groups promote well-being.
  • Primary groups have small, emotional, face-to-face interactions, while secondary groups are larger and more impersonal. (correct)
  • Primary groups are task-oriented, while secondary groups are relational-oriented.
  • Primary groups lack a sense of belongingness, while secondary groups experience strong social cohesion.

What is the purpose of a reference group?

  • Solve problems and promote causes.
  • Structure social ties based on diversity and respect.
  • Offer face-to-face interactions and emotional connections.
  • Provide a comparison standard for individuals. (correct)

Which type of social solidarity is characterized by shared values and little division of labor?

  • Organic solidarity
  • Interpersonal solidarity
  • Structural solidarity
  • Mechanical solidarity (correct)

What is a characteristic of informal organizations?

<p>Lack a formal structure. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of group do individuals experience a lack of belongingness and sometimes competitiveness?

<p>Out-group (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What theoretical perspectives provide different views on social groups?

<p>Functionalist, Social Conflict, Symbolic Interactionist (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of task-oriented groups?

<p>To solve problems and promote causes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of social solidarity is based on diversity and respect?

<p>Organic solidarity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic that distinguishes formal organizations from informal organizations?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of group is defined by a lack of belongingness and potential competitiveness?

<p>Out-group (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a reference group?

<p>To provide a standard for comparison (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which theoretical perspective provides a view on social groups that focuses on conflict and power struggles?

<p>Social Conflict perspective (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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