Hannah is interested in taking an art class; however, none of her friends of family understands why she would want to do this. Hannah feels weird as a result and wonders if she should take the class. Which of the following are Hannah's friends and family?
A)a social comparison group
B)a reference group
C)a significant others group
D)an influencing group

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A reference group consists of people who directly or indirectly influence a person's behavior, beliefs, and attitudes. In this scenario, Hannah's friends and family are her reference group, as they are the ones who are questioning her decision to take an art class and making her feel weird about it.

Hannah Is Interested in Taking an Art Class; However, None