Which of the following statements concerning roles is FALSE ?
Correct answer: C. Roles define duties but only statuses define rights
- A. A single status may have multiple roles attached to it
- B. A role does not exist in isolation but is integrated with the activities of other people
- C. Roles define duties but only statuses define rights
- D. Groups consist of complexes of interlocking roles
Explanation
Roles include expected duties and rights associated with a status, so it is incorrect to say that only statuses define rights. The other statements correctly describe roles as multiple, interdependent, and organized within groups.
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