In industrial societies, where individuals are often separated from their kin, we tend to find a proliferation of:​

A) ​common-interest associations
B) ​occupational categories
C) ​social castes
D) age sets

Common-Interest Associations

Associations that result from the act of joining, based on sharing particular activities, objectives, values, or beliefs.

Occupational Categories

Classifications used to group jobs or professions based on similar tasks, duties, or types of work.

Social Castes

Distinct levels within a hierarchical social system, where individuals' status is often fixed at birth based on heritage, occupation, or other factors.