Which option best captures the meaning of norm as a standard?

• A. A rule or standard
• B. A model
• C. A pattern or something that is expected
• D. A guideline

Answer: (A)

A norm is an established rule or standard that defines what’s typical or acceptable and guides behavior or judgment. That’s why the best choice is a rule or standard—it directly names a norm as the benchmark used to determine what is appropriate or expected. A model is simply an example to imitate, not the standard itself. A pattern or something that is expected describes regularity or anticipation rather than a formal standard. A guideline is more like advice or recommended practice than a fixed standard.