Which term is described as the strength of ties that people have to their social groups?

• A. Economy
• B. Power
• C. Collective Conscience
• D. Social Integration

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is how social cohesion is created by shared beliefs and norms. The strength of ties people feel to their social groups comes from the collective conscience—the shared beliefs, values, and moral norms that bind a group together. When a community holds common expectations about right and wrong, people feel a sense of belonging and obligation to one another, and their behavior is guided by this shared moral order. That common ground is what makes ties to the group feel strong and binding.

While other terms describe different things—the economy is about resources and production, power is about influence and control, and social integration focuses on how connected individuals are—the collective conscience specifically captures the moral glue that strengthens those bonds.