Question

What distinguishes a primary group from a secondary group?

• A. Size and complexity
• B. Degree of formality and impersonality
• C. Stability and similarity of background
• D. Intensity of shared interests and association

Hint:

Primary groups: Deep, personal ties; Secondary groups: Formal, task-driven.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Cooley defined primary groups by the depth of face-to-face intimacy among members.
Step 2: Formality, size and stability are secondary, descriptive traits, not the core defining criterion.
Step 3: The defining feature is the intensity of shared interests and association.
Correct option: Intensity of shared interests and association.