12 Questions
What distinguishes primary groups from secondary groups?
Primary groups have small, emotional, face-to-face interactions, while secondary groups are larger and more impersonal.
What is the purpose of a reference group?
Provide a comparison standard for individuals.
Which type of social solidarity is characterized by shared values and little division of labor?
Mechanical solidarity
What is a characteristic of informal organizations?
Lack a formal structure.
In which type of group do individuals experience a lack of belongingness and sometimes competitiveness?
Out-group
What theoretical perspectives provide different views on social groups?
Functionalist, Social Conflict, Symbolic Interactionist
What is the main purpose of task-oriented groups?
To solve problems and promote causes
Which type of social solidarity is based on diversity and respect?
Organic solidarity
What is a key characteristic that distinguishes formal organizations from informal organizations?
All of the above
Which type of group is defined by a lack of belongingness and potential competitiveness?
Out-group
What is the main purpose of a reference group?
To provide a standard for comparison
Which theoretical perspective provides a view on social groups that focuses on conflict and power struggles?
Social Conflict perspective
Explore the main points related to social organizations and institutions, focusing on the characteristics of social groups and different theoretical perspectives. Learn about the categories of groups based on relationships like primary and secondary groups.
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