Group norms are primarily concerned with

• A. The range of acceptable behaviors within the group
• B. The seating arrangement
• C. The time for each activity
• D. The leader's personal attitudes

Answer: (A)

Group norms are shared expectations about how members should behave in a group setting. They establish what counts as acceptable conduct, guide interactions, and help maintain cohesion and safety, shaping everyday behavior, participation, and the group's culture. The seating arrangement is a logistical choice, not a behavioral standard the group agrees on. The time for each activity concerns structure and scheduling rather than ongoing behavioral expectations. The leader’s personal attitudes can influence the climate, but norms arise from the group as a whole and reflect collectively agreed-upon behavior, not just one person’s beliefs. So the range of acceptable behaviors within the group is what norms are all about.